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Asha Kurzmann

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, MI
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
  • Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology

Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MI
08-2015

Associate of Arts - Education

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
08-2008

High School Diploma -

East Kentwood High School
Kentwood
05-2004

Bachelor of Science - Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI

Skills

  • Special Needs
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Life Skills Development
  • Classroom Organization
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Kalamazoo Central High School
08.2021 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology

Davenport University

Associate of Arts - Education

Grand Rapids Community College

High School Diploma -

East Kentwood High School

Bachelor of Science - Education

Grand Canyon University

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Central Michigan University
Asha Kurzmann