Effective Paraprofessional Educator with strong history of faculty collaboration and IEP management demonstrated across 27 years in similar roles. Highly skilled in managing diverse learning modalities and providing classroom support.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator
Dekalb County School System
Decatur, GA
01.1995 - Current
Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
Education
Master of Science - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
1995
Skills
Student Needs Support
Progress Reporting
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Behavior Modification
Individual Instruction
Special Education
Accomplishments
Awarded multiple bonuses for punctuality and outstanding attendance.
Supported classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of students.
Supervised team of 77-80 staff members in facilitating a teachers group call Sunshine for 5 years.
Awarded Auxiliary of the Year 2014-15 School Year
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
Dekalb County School System
01.1995 - Current
Master of Science - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision