Angela Nelson
Monticello
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at Leon County Schools, skilled in behavior management and effective communication. Successfully implemented positive reinforcement strategies, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Proven ability to support students with special needs through personalized assistance and relationship building, fostering a safe and productive educational environment.
Professional paraprofessional with solid foundation in educational support and classroom management. Experience in aiding teachers with instructional tasks and maintaining positive learning atmosphere. Reliable team player focused on adapting to changing needs and achieving results through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Leon County Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Substitute Teacher
Leon County Schools
10.2021 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to ensure effective learning environments for diverse student needs.
- Adapted instructional materials based on varying student levels and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Collaborated with teachers to support curriculum goals and enhance student engagement.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Medical Transportation Driver
Onsite Transportation
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Ensured timely and safe transportation of patients to medical appointments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient pickups and drop-offs.
- Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted patients with mobility challenges, ensuring comfort during transport.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Assisted patients in entering and exiting the vehicle safely, utilizing proper lifting techniques when necessary.
- Boosted company reputation through exceptional customer service skills and empathetic care towards patients and their families.
Education
Elementary Education
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL05-2020
Associate of Arts - Psychology
North Florida College
Madison, FL05-2017
High School Diploma -
Dillard High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL06-1996
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher support
- Special education support
- Student supervision
- Instructional support
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Social skills training
Certification
- Pre-K-3rd Grade Training April 2025
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Leon County Schools
08.2024 - Current
Medical Transportation Driver
Onsite Transportation
07.2022 - 04.2024
Substitute Teacher
Leon County Schools
10.2021 - Current
Elementary Education
Saint Leo University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
North Florida College
High School Diploma -
Dillard High School
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