Angela Gladback
West Fargo,ND
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lake Agassiz Education Cooperative
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside classroom settings.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain safe and productive learning environments for all students involved.
- Assisted in implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in more focused and positive classroom environments.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Special Education Paraprofessional
ISD 544
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
Private Nanny
Fiskum Nanny LLC
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
Private Nanny
Private Home
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frazee Secondary
Frazee, MN05.2020
Skills
- Behavior Redirection
- Dynamic Personality
- IEP compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavioral plan management
- Life Skills Development
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Parental Interaction
- Energy and Physical Stamina
- Speech Clarity
- Excellent Judgment
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lake Agassiz Education Cooperative
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
ISD 544
08.2022 - 06.2023
Private Nanny
Fiskum Nanny LLC
02.2022 - 06.2023
Private Nanny
Private Home
08.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Frazee Secondary
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