Ashley Wallace
Susanville School District
3
years of professional experience
Professionally experienced in student engagement and special education support. Delivered impactful solutions through problem-solving and team collaboration, fostering inclusive environments that address diverse student needs. Achieved results in fast-paced settings by combining strategic thinking with hands-on experience to enhance organizational performance. Trained in behavioral management and safety interventions.
Work History
Paraprofessional
8 Months- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional support for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote peer interaction and skill development among students.
- Monitored and enforced rules while overseeing students in classroom and common areas, supporting lead teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Delivered one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects, enhancing student understanding and academic performance.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Modeled appropriate behavior and reinforced positive interactions among peers, fostering a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared resources for lessons and ensured instructional materials were readily accessible.
- Prepared instructional materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Oversaw snack and play periods to foster a positive and safe environment for student interaction.
Resources Paraprofessional
1 Year 1 Month- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to the development and accomplishment of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students' best interests.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress, academic performance, and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with educational staff to develop engaging lesson materials and resources.
- Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Helped with feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Provided individualized reading, writing, and math instruction to support student development.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Elementary School Librarian
1 Year 7 Months- Curated a diverse collection of age-appropriate literature to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Established a welcoming library atmosphere by fostering an inclusive environment for all students and staff members.
- Maintained a safe learning environment through clear communication of library policies and procedures while addressing any issues that arose effectively.
- Evaluated library resources regularly, making strategic recommendations for improvements based on students' Lexile numbers and interests
- Regularly read engaging stories to classes and encouraged student involvement with reading to peers
- Managed an extensive collection of print and digital materials, ensuring access to high-quality resources for academic success.
- Provided guidance to students in research techniques, enhancing their information literacy and resource evaluation skills.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate library resources into classroom curricula, fostering a culture of reading.
- Managed inventory systems to ensure accurate tracking of library materials and facilitate efficient circulation.
- Developed strong rapport with students, encouraging them to seek assistance with research and reading needs.
- Created, designed, and organized the school's yearbook
- Created an engaging book club opportunity for students to illustrate and write their very own novel
- Assisted speech and language pathologists to help special needs students with communication skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Elementary And Special Education
Skills
Classroom management
Behavioral management
Student engagement
Emergency response
Community outreach
Safety awareness
Group teaching
Lesson planning
Information literacy
Skilled researcher
Behavior management
Time management
Problem-solving skills
Active listening
Relationship building
Timeline
Elementary School Librarian
Susanville School District
11.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Resources Paraprofessional
Susanville School District
09.2022 - 10.2023Read More
Paraprofessional
Susanville School District
01.2022 - 09.2022Read More
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts from General Elementary And Special Education
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