Special Education Support Specialist with strong background in fostering inclusive learning environments. Skilled in behavior management, individualized instruction, and supporting diverse needs. Known for effective collaboration with educators and flexibility in dynamic situations. Highly reliable with focus on achieving positive outcomes for students.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
National Heritage Academy (Reach Charter Academy)
08.2022 - Current
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
Team member
Target
08.2001 - Current
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School Custodian
Aramark
06.2018 - 08.2022
Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
Maintained positive relationships with coworkers by providing support in their tasks and sharing knowledge about best practices in custodial work.
Contributed to school safety by promptly addressing and resolving potential hazards in hallways, stairwells, and entryways.
Home Health Aide
Victory Health Care
04.2006 - 06.2009
Assist patient with daily living, such as bathing, getting dressed cooking meals and administrating medications and shots
Light housekeeping and laundry
Education
Associate of Arts - Pre-social Work
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI
06-2024
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
01.2000
Diploma - General
Denby High School
Detroit, MI
01.1998
Skills
Ability to work well with or without direct supervision
Good communication skills
Customer service experience
Ability to lift over 50lbs
Organized
Dependable
Computer literate
Willingness to learn
Teacher assistance
Learning disabilities support
Collaboration with teachers
Verbal and written communication
Small group support
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
National Heritage Academy (Reach Charter Academy)
08.2022 - Current
School Custodian
Aramark
06.2018 - 08.2022
Home Health Aide
Victory Health Care
04.2006 - 06.2009
Team member
Target
08.2001 - Current
Diploma - General
Denby High School
Associate of Arts - Pre-social Work
Macomb Community College
Wayne State University
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