O’Marion Dargan
Lynchburg,SC
Summary
Committed professional successfully supervises, guides, and supports students. Develops meaningful relationships with students and mentors for growth and improvement. Establishes and maintains safe and healthy environment for children by keeping learning environment clean and orderly.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant/Autism Paraprofessional
SC School System
Timmonsville, SC
01.2023 - Current
- Attended professional development sessions related to best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
- Worked one-on-one with students who required additional assistance understanding material or completing assignments.
- Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure that modifications were made to meet the needs of each student.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Participated in supervision of students during lunch, physical education and after-school extracurricular activities to maintain peaceful and productive environment.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
Paraprofessional/K-12 Substitute Teacher
SC Public Schools
Lamar, SC
02.2022 - Current
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Summer Camp Counselor
Young Men's Christian Association, YMCA
Sumter, SC
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with other counselors to create fun learning experiences for campers.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities for children of various ages.
- Provided guidance and support to campers in a safe, encouraging environment.
- Facilitated team-building exercises among different age groups of campers.
- Led daily devotion activities.
Assistant Youth Minister
Bethany Baptist
Lamar, SC
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Encouraged active participation in spiritual practices such as prayer and worship.
- Facilitated small group discussions related to faith, spirituality, and moral development among teenagers.
- Supported fundraising efforts for various projects within the youth ministry program.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to young people on a one-on-one basis.
- Assisted in organizing and leading weekly bible studies for youth group members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
Lamar, SC06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Morris College
Sumter, SCSkills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Communication techniques
- First-aid and CPR
- Group and individual instruction
- Safety care certified
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Young Men's Christian Association, YMCA
06.2023 - 07.2023
Special Education Teacher Assistant/Autism Paraprofessional
SC School System
01.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional/K-12 Substitute Teacher
SC Public Schools
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Youth Minister
Bethany Baptist
06.2016 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Morris College
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