Belinda Wirthlin
St. George
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic educational professional with experience as a Paraprofessional in special education (Life Skills) and Language Arts settings for 8th & 9th grades. Proven ability to support at-risk students through behavior management, academic tutoring, and individualized education plan (IEP) implementation. Combines educational experience with strong administrative, communicative, and confidential record-keeping skills gained from a background in human resources. Committed to serving as a positive role model and advocating for student success to reach desired goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional, Language Arts Department
Dixie Middle School
St. George, UT
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with individualized learning needs and personalized instruction.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dixie Middle School
St. George, UT
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by facilitating small group activities and encouraging student participation.
- Monitored student progress and documented behavioral observations to inform teaching strategies.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students, enhancing their academic engagement and social skills development.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
Human Resources Assistant, Translation Department
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
Salt Lake City, UT
03.1999 - 03.2003
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others, including international employees.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, safeguarding both personal data and proprietary business details.
- Coordinated logistics for events and meetings, ensuring seamless execution from planning to cleanup stages.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Utah State University
Logan, UT06-1997
Skills
- Effective communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Small group and individual assistance
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher support
- Data collection
- Computer skills
- Documentation
- Relationship building
- Progress monitoring
- Clerical support
- Friendly and outgoing
Timeline
Paraprofessional, Language Arts Department
Dixie Middle School
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dixie Middle School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Human Resources Assistant, Translation Department
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
03.1999 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Utah State University