Arlene Petty
Washington
Summary
Resourceful In-School Suspension Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in behavior management, individualized instruction techniques, and conflict resolution strategies. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations. Bring specialized skills to maintain an effective learning environment and support student success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ISS Coordinator
District of Columbia Public Schools
Washington
01.2025 - Current
- Implemented strategies designed to promote successful reintegration into regular classes upon completion of the program.
- Collaborated with school staff to ensure appropriate intervention strategies were utilized with students in ISS.
- Utilized behavior management techniques such as positive reinforcement and redirection when dealing with disruptive behaviors.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to providing services to suspended students.
- Organized, monitored, and supervised student activities within the ISS classroom environment.
- Advised parents about their child's progress in the ISS program.
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for ISS students based on individual academic needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress in the ISS program.
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to discuss behavior issues and develop improvement plans.
- Instructed ISS students in areas such as study skills, anger management, and conflict resolution, as needed.
- Maintained a safe environment within the In-School Suspension program at all times.
Behavior Technician
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Washington
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Provided one-on-one support to students with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and students alike during high-stress situations.
- Assisted students in identifying and setting goals to promote positive behavior development.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of students progress.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Developed strong rapport with students and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Developed individualized plans to address challenging behaviors.
Paraprofessional/Dedicated Aide
District of Columbia Public School
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Greet students and parents entering the school
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
- Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help those master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforced administration policies and rules governing students
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instructed and monitored students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observed students' performance
Classroom Paraprofessional
Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Provides support to the classroom teacher, assisting in modifying lessons, preparing and implementing strategies within plans for student outcomes
- Provides support to all students in the classroom, (i.e
- Assists with student supervision during lunch, outdoor play, bus arrival and departure) as assigned by the Principal
- Participates in the development, revision and implementation of behavior plans, in conjunction with clinically related services and teaching staff
- Assists teachers in the maintenance of documentation for each student as well as collects and maintains student data as necessary
- Collaborates with the teacher on classroom design, lesson planning, and supports the teacher with parent communications
- Assists students in achieving goals through transition activities such as volunteering, internships, temporary employment, etc
- Attends all staff meetings and be willing to serve on school committees as needed
- Other job-related duties as assigned.
Dedicated Aide
Harmony Public Charter School
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Greet students and parents entering the school
- Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, or on field trips
- Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help those master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
- Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observed students' performance, and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Teacher’s Assistant
Klub Kid LLC
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Greeted students and parents entering the school
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, or on field trips
- Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help those master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforced administration policies and rules governing students
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instructed and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observed students' performance, and recorded relevant data to assess progress
- Provided small group instruction
Teacher’s Assistant
KIPPDC
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Greeted students and parents entering the school
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
- Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help those master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforced administration policies and rules governing students
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instructed and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observed students' performance, and recorded relevant data to assess progress
- Provided small group instruction
Teacher’s Assistant
St.Coletta Of Greater Washington
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Greeted students and parents entering the school
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
- Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help those master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforced administration policies and rules governing students
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instructed and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observed students' performance, and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Paraprofessional
District of Columbia Public School
09.2008 - 07.2011
- Responsibilities included but not limited to: Greeted students and parents entering the school
- Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
- Tutored and assisted children individually or in small groups to help those master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Enforced administration policies and rules governing students
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instructed and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observed students' performance
Education
Diploma -
Eastern Senior High School
06.2005
Skills
- Data Collection
- Social Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Report Writing
- Behavioral support
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized instruction
- Lesson planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Collaboration skills
- Conflict resolution
- Record keeping
- Student supervision
- Parent communication
- Goal setting
- Team building
- Problem solving
Certification
- Praxis I (ParaPro)
- CPR certified
- MANDT
- SafetyCare
References
References provided upon request.
Timeline
ISS Coordinator
District of Columbia Public Schools
01.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
District Of Columbia Public Schools
06.2022 - 01.2025
Paraprofessional/Dedicated Aide
District of Columbia Public School
09.2020 - 06.2022
Classroom Paraprofessional
Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute
08.2019 - 09.2020
Dedicated Aide
Harmony Public Charter School
08.2018 - 07.2019
Teacher’s Assistant
Klub Kid LLC
06.2018 - 09.2018
Teacher’s Assistant
KIPPDC
07.2016 - 01.2018
Teacher’s Assistant
St.Coletta Of Greater Washington
06.2014 - 06.2016
Paraprofessional
District of Columbia Public School
09.2008 - 07.2011
Diploma -
Eastern Senior High School