Brandy Short
Nordheim,TX
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 16 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Reliable Sped Paraprofessional with background in special education support. Provided critical assistance to lead teachers, contributing to success of individualized education plans. Demonstrated strong communication and adaptability in dynamic classroom environments.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional
Yorktown High School
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported students with individualized learning plans to enhance academic engagement.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to address student needs and improve focus.
- Facilitated small group activities, fostering collaboration and peer interaction.
- Documentation for minutes served to students and what activity and accomodations were used to help student
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to teaching staff regularly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for students.
- Participated in professional development sessions to enhance paraprofessional skills and knowledge.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Corpus Christi ISD/ Kostoryz Elementary
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Adapted instructional materials for diverse learning styles and abilities effectively.
- Provided one-on-one assistance for students with various disabilities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Contributed to a safe school environment by supervising students during transitions, lunch periods, and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted in planning engaging educational activities, increasing student motivation and participation during lessons.
- Supported the implementation of differentiated instruction strategies, enabling all students to access grade-level curriculum effectively.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Aided students in developing self-advocacy skills, empowering them to take ownership of their learning experiences.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Implemented data-driven interventions for struggling learners, promoting academic success across content areas.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce concepts and skills taught during whole-class lessons.
- Assisted in developing behavioral management plans, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and increased student focus.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Victoria ISD/ Aloe Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Enhanced student understanding by providing individualized support and accommodations for diverse learning needs.
- Participated in team meetings to review student progress and collaboratively plan for future instructional decisions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Coordinated with general education teachers, contributing valuable insights about students'' strengths and challenges within the inclusion setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, collaborating with educators to adjust instructional approaches as needed.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through the implementation of targeted interventions and ongoing encouragement.
- Monitored accommodations during standardized testing periods, upholding the integrity of assessment results while meeting individual student needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to address student needs and improve focus.
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to teaching staff regularly.
- Participated in professional development sessions to enhance paraprofessional skills and knowledge.
- Provided one-on-one assistance for students with various disabilities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Administrative Assistant
Victoria Christian School
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Managed office supplies inventory, ensuring availability and minimizing costs.
- Coordinated scheduling for executive meetings, optimizing time management and resource allocation.
- Streamlined document preparation processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy of reports.
- Developed training materials for new staff, improving onboarding experience and knowledge retention.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
- Made and received phone calls
- Faxed Documents
- Typed memos, newsletters, calendars, menus, and school programs
- Set us advertisements for the school
- Made staff and student handbooks
- Took payment for student tuition
- Filed important student documents( shot records, accident reports, academic info)
Front Store Manager
Armstrong McCall Beauty Supply
02.2003 - 10.2011
- Directed daily operations to ensure efficient store management and optimal customer service.
- Oversaw inventory control processes, maintaining accurate stock levels and minimizing shrinkage.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a high-performance team culture focused on sales goals.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance product presentation and drive sales performance.
- Made and received phone calls
- Attended classes to be educated on new products being promoted
- Ordered and received products for inventory
- Made deposits
- Typed up product and equipment invoices
- Went on deliveries when needed
- Set up store displays
- Collaborated with corporate teams on operational initiatives, improving overall store efficiency and effectiveness.
- Enhanced visual merchandising with strategic product placement, resulting in increased sales and customer engagement.
- Established inventory control measures that reduced excess stock and improved in-store organization, leading to better customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined front store operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and staff scheduling.
- Managed daily cash reconciliation and deposits for accurate financial records and optimal cash flow.
- Reviewed customer reports and feedback with management team and developed action plans to address customer complaints.
- Facilitated regular training sessions on product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service skills to empower staff members in their roles.
- Identified areas for improvement within the store layout; implemented changes that resulted in more effective use of space while enhancing shopper experience.
- Maintained store quality standards to optimize customer experience, drive customer traffic and positively impact store profitability.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates by providing exceptional service, addressing concerns, and resolving issues promptly.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Nordheim Independent School District
08.1997 - 05.2002
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.
- Taught basic life skills
- Attended Ards to help create a plan and implement them to student goals
- Assisted in transitioning student into social learning environment with her peers
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group activities, fostering collaboration and peer interaction.
- Contributed to a safe school environment by supervising students during transitions, lunch periods, and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted in planning engaging educational activities, increasing student motivation and participation during lessons.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Assisted in developing behavioral management plans, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and increased student focus.
Education
Associate Degree - Child Development
Bee County College
Beeville, TX05-1997
Skills
- Social skills development
- Patience and empathy
- Motor skills development
- Special education strategies
- Instructional support
- Collaboration with teachers
- Peer mentoring
- Disability awareness
- Teaching strategies
- Parent communication
- Progress monitoring
- Autism support
- Transition planning
- Communication techniques
- Teacher assistance
- Physical assistance
- Special needs
- Skilled multi-tasker
- Team Player
- Conflict resolution
- Experienced with [technology]
- IEP compliance
- Organized
- Self starter, motivated
- Trained in Diabetes awareness
- IEP goals
- Behavior management techniques
- Special education curriculum
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Yorktown High School
02.2025 - 09.2025
SpEd Paraprofessional
Corpus Christi ISD/ Kostoryz Elementary
08.2021 - 10.2024
SpEd Paraprofessional
Victoria ISD/ Aloe Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2020
Administrative Assistant
Victoria Christian School
11.2011 - 05.2015
Front Store Manager
Armstrong McCall Beauty Supply
02.2003 - 10.2011
SpEd Paraprofessional
Nordheim Independent School District
08.1997 - 05.2002
Associate Degree - Child Development
Bee County College
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