Beverly Stone
Panama City,FL
Summary
Distinguished in Bay District Schools for enhancing student success and classroom efficiency, I leveraged autism spectrum knowledge and collaborative teamwork to foster inclusive learning environments. My expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis and effective communication significantly improved peer interactions and student outcomes, contributing to a 30% increase in positive behavioral instances. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. 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
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Autism Paraprofessional
Bay District Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Trained in crisis prevention and intervention techniques, effectively deescalating challenging situations when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices related to supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
- Collected data on student progress, adapting intervention strategies as needed to optimize outcomes.
- Assisted in implementing social skills programs that improved peer relationships and collaboration among students with autism.
- Helped teacher devise special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on sympathetic understanding of individual students' needs, interests and abilities.
- Enhanced student communication skills by implementing individualized speech therapy techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and facilitating effective communication between the student and staff members.
- Facilitated peer interactions and group activities, encouraging socialization among autistic students.
- Assisted in creating a structured and predictable learning environment, promoting positive behavior among students with autism.
- Bridged communication gaps between autistic students and their peers, fostering greater understanding and empathy within the classroom community.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with autism, ensuring their academic and social success within the school setting.
- Guided independent study, enrichment work and remedial work set up and assigned by teacher.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals joining the team by sharing knowledge about autism spectrum disorders and modeling effective instructional strategies.
- Coordinated efforts with teachers to modify curriculum materials according to individual learning needs of autistic students.
- Managed sensory breaks for students who required additional accommodations in order to maintain focus throughout the day.
- Closely monitored student progress, making timely adjustments to instructional approaches based on data-driven assessments.
- Established clear expectations for behavior using consistent reinforcement strategies that fostered independence among autistic learners.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support plans for students with autism.
- Implemented visual schedules and social stories to improve comprehension and daily routines for autistic students.
- Assisted with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
Bus Paraprofessional
Bay District Schools
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed bus safety procedures, ensuring the well-being of all students during transportation.
- Organized extracurricular activities for students, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the school setting.
- Coordinated field trips logistics, including transportation arrangements and supervision of students during off-campus excursions.
- Fostered student independence by encouraging self-sufficiency and problem-solving skills during daily bus routines.
- Contributed to a positive school environment by participating in professional development activities and staff meetings.
- Assisted students with special needs by providing personalized support and accommodations, ensuring their academic success.
- Assisted in organizing emergency drills on the bus to ensure student preparedness in case of unexpected situations.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, facilitating data-driven decision-making processes for educators.
- Established strong relationships with students, earning trust and respect while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Monitored student behavior during bus rides, addressing any incidents appropriately while maintaining clear communication with supervising teachers.
- Served as a liaison between school staff members and families regarding transportation issues or concerns, resolving conflicts promptly and professionally.
- Enforced [State] safety guidelines for passenger transportation to keep children safe and driver free of distraction.
- Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passengers.
- Demonstrated proper use of wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs and orthopedic devices for handicapped passengers.
- Provided physical assistance while loading and unloading passengers to promote safety and minimize delays at each route stop.
- Supervised and assisted special-needs passengers, offering individual adult attention during transport.
- Checked to make sure students boarded correct bus, particularly for younger children.
- Monitored behavior of children on bus and at loading areas and intervened to address conflicts and bullying.
- Helped load and unload disabled and non-ambulatory passengers.
- Taught and modeled safe bus riding practices to students.
Family Support Worker
Anchorage Children's Home
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Connected families with community resources such as housing assistance, financial aid programs, and educational opportunities.
- Strengthened families'' resilience through crisis intervention, counseling, and referral services.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust necessary for effective intervention.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems, advocating for their rights and accessing essential services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of holistic care for families in need.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring timely reporting to supervisors and compliance with agency requirements.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to reduce risk factors associated with child abuse or neglect.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Contributed significantly towards client success stories by implementing customized support plans based on individual strengths.
- Empowered parents to create nurturing home environments by sharing best practices in positive discipline techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of family dynamics and needs, developing detailed case plans to address challenges effectively.
- Led support groups for parents experiencing stress related issues or dealing with mental health concerns.
- Monitored progress of families under my supervision, adjusting interventions as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- Promoted healthy communication within families by mediating conflicts and facilitating open discussions.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved children''s school attendance rates by collaborating directly with educators on targeted interventions.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Paraprofessional
Bay District Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Family Support Worker
Children Home Society Of Florida
02.2012 - 11.2012
- Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Connected families with community resources such as housing assistance, financial aid programs, and educational opportunities.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust necessary for effective intervention.
- Strengthened families'' resilience through crisis intervention, counseling, and referral services.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems, advocating for their rights and accessing essential services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of holistic care for families in need.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring timely reporting to supervisors and compliance with agency requirements.
- Empowered parents to create nurturing home environments by sharing best practices in positive discipline techniques.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Reduced the incidence of intergenerational trauma by providing culturally sensitive therapeutic support.
- Promoted healthy communication within families by mediating conflicts and facilitating open discussions.
- Monitored progress of families under my supervision, adjusting interventions as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
Family Support Worker
Anchorage Children Home
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Connected families with community resources such as housing assistance, financial aid programs, and educational opportunities.
- Strengthened families'' resilience through crisis intervention, counseling, and referral services.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust necessary for effective intervention.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems, advocating for their rights and accessing essential services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of holistic care for families in need.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring timely reporting to supervisors and compliance with agency requirements.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions designed to reduce risk factors associated with child abuse or neglect.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Contributed significantly towards client success stories by implementing customized support plans based on individual strengths.
- Empowered parents to create nurturing home environments by sharing best practices in positive discipline techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of family dynamics and needs, developing detailed case plans to address challenges effectively.
- Organized workshops and training sessions for parents, enhancing their parenting skills and knowledge of child development.
- Provided ongoing guidance to at-risk youth, helping them develop essential life skills and coping strategies.
- Reduced the incidence of intergenerational trauma by providing culturally sensitive therapeutic support.
- Led support groups for parents experiencing stress related issues or dealing with mental health concerns.
- Monitored progress of families under my supervision, adjusting interventions as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- Promoted healthy communication within families by mediating conflicts and facilitating open discussions.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Facilitated successful reunification of families by diligently working towards resolution of underlying challenges.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Coordinated services for children with special needs by collaborating closely with healthcare providers and school personnel.
- Used interactive visuals and static worksheets to teach each student algebra and writing techniques.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved children''s school attendance rates by collaborating directly with educators on targeted interventions.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
Paraprofessional HOPE SCHOOL
Jackson County Board Of Education
08.2004 - 03.2011
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- 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.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- 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.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Provided valuable feedback on instructional practices, contributing to continuous improvement efforts within the school community.
- Contributed to increased student retention by providing academic support and mentoring during after-school programs.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- 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.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- 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.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
- Planned and prepared bibliographies, charts and graphs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing/ Health Care Administration
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL05.2016
Skills
- Reinforcement Systems
- Emotional Regulation Support
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Functional Communication Training
- Discrete trial teaching
- Data collection techniques
- Prompting Strategies
- Social Skills Training
- Sensory integration strategies
- Motor Skills Development
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Parent Collaboration
- Assistive technology use
- Nonverbal Communication
- Picture Exchange Communication
- Visual Supports Implementation
- Task Analysis Development
- Peer Interaction Support
- Inclusive Classroom Support
- Individualized Education Plan
- Social Stories Creation
- Self-Care Assistance
- Play Skills Facilitation
- Classroom Management
- Patient
- Effective Communication
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Classroom Organization
- CPR and First Aid
- Relationship Building
- Classroom support
- Teacher Support
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Management
- IEP familiarity
- Lesson Planning
- Teacher Assistance
- Student Supervision
- Emotional Support
- Life Skills Training
- Group and individual instruction
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Educational assistance
- Reading and Writing Support
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- IEP compliance
- Behavior improvements
- Behavior Modification
- Progress Monitoring
- Instructional support
- Arts and crafts
- Individual Student Assistance
- Student Health and Safety
- Crisis Management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Child Development
- Educational Support
- Classroom Technology
- Disability Awareness
- Special Education
- Creating Visual Displays
- Elementary Education
Timeline
Autism Paraprofessional
Bay District Schools
08.2022 - 05.2023
Bus Paraprofessional
Bay District Schools
11.2018 - 08.2021
Family Support Worker
Anchorage Children's Home
11.2017 - 08.2018
Paraprofessional
Bay District Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
Family Support Worker
Children Home Society Of Florida
02.2012 - 11.2012
Family Support Worker
Anchorage Children Home
03.2011 - 02.2012
Paraprofessional HOPE SCHOOL
Jackson County Board Of Education
08.2004 - 03.2011
Associate of Arts - Nursing/ Health Care Administration
Gulf Coast State College
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