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Brandy Claxton

Polo,Illinois

Summary

Paraprofessional offers 1 years in 2 classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management. Experienced Paraprofessional eager to help students excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with diverse needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Creative well-versed in classroom education and support. Organized and driven to manage file organization and materials to be prepared for daily instruction. Valued for delivering support to special needs students and nurturing development of all students. Paraprofessional versed in planning and setting up classrooms conducive to learning process, as well as individual and social development. CPR and First Aid certified.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

CDH Educational Center
Dixon, Illinois
10.2021 - Current
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
  • Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.

Personal Banker

Central Bank
Oregon , IL
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
  • Promoted financial products by maintaining excellent service offering knowledge.
  • Worked closely with management to strategize sales techniques to increase branch production and customer service.
  • Balanced cash drawers and vault accounts on daily basis with zero discrepancies.

Daycare Teacher

In Home Daycare
Polo, IL
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Education

Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Oregon High School
Oregon, IL
06.2005

Skills

  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Computer Skills
  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Individual Student Assistance
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
  • Organizing and Distributing Materials
  • Reading and Writing Support

Timeline

Paraprofessional

CDH Educational Center
10.2021 - Current

Personal Banker

Central Bank
05.2021 - 07.2021

Daycare Teacher

In Home Daycare
01.2018 - 06.2021

Education

Grand Canyon University

High School Diploma -

Oregon High School

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