Billie Jean Buhrow
Emmetsburg,IA
Summary
Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline.
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher, K-12
Emmetsburg School District
08.2016 - Current
- Improved classroom management by consistently enforcing rules and maintaining structured environment.
- Assisted lead teachers in preparing materials for instructional use, streamlining daily tasks while promoting efficiency.
- Contributed to safe learning environment, monitoring students during non-instructional times and addressing any concerns or issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavioral incidents as needed for reporting purposes.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring, enabling struggling students to improve their understanding of course content.
- Strengthened student-teacher relationships through open communication and active listening.
- Served as liaison between general education teachers and special education staff, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.
- Promoted inclusivity by adapting materials for students with diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and paraprofessional support services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supervised students during field trips, ensuring safety while enhancing educational experiences outside classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual needs.
- Aided in integration of technology tools into lessons, promoting digital literacy among students.
- 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.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Paraprofessional
Graettinger Terril Community School District
08.2017 - 05.2019
- 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.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Promoted respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assisted in collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Managed 25 students in classroom
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05.2009
Associate of Arts -
Iowa Lakes Community College
Emmetsburg, IA05.1982
Skills
- Respectfulness
- Flexibility
- Classroom Management
- Team Player
Certification
- Certified Paraprofessional (10 years)
- Substitute Authorization(5 years)
- Proctored a High School Spanish class for one year
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Graettinger Terril Community School District
08.2017 - 05.2019
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher, K-12
Emmetsburg School District
08.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Buena Vista University
Associate of Arts -
Iowa Lakes Community College
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