Beverly Banks
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Aide
Atlanta Public Schools System
11.1996 - 05.2021
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining respectful behavior in classroom environments by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Administered weekly tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations (field trips), maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Assisted in organizing and implementing assignments in science lab.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Assisted media specialist in implementing assignments and maintaining respectful behavior in non-classroom environment.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and to provide the best learning environment.
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Education
High School Diploma -
Luther Judson Price High School
1670 Benjamin Weldon Bickers Dr SE, Atl, GA 3031506.1977
Skills
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Conflict Resolution Technique
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
Timeline
Paraprofessional Aide
Atlanta Public Schools System
11.1996 - 05.2021
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High School Diploma -
Luther Judson Price High School
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