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Teacher

Brandy Swauger Holbrook

Cortland,OH

Summary

Experienced educator with over 23 years of experience in early childhood educaton. Excellent reputation for creating exciting learning projects and activities. Exceptional with parent communication and the ability to get families form all diverse backgrounds to participate in their childs learning. I have also planned and scheduled the kindergarten field trips for the years preceding covid, including finding grants and fundraisers to cover costs.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Intervention Specialist

Youth Intensive Services
10.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated with community partners to connect students and families with additional resources such as mental health services or after-school programs.
  • Promoted a school-wide culture of positive behavior support by modeling respectful communication, active listening, and empathy in all interactions with students, staff, and families.
  • Assisted teachers in adapting curriculum materials to better engage students with diverse needs and learning styles.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of intervention strategies through ongoing data collection, analysis, and adjustments as needed.

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Warren City Schools
Warren, OH
06.2020 - Current
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Warren City Schools
Warren, Ohio
02.2000 - Current
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
  • Integrated outdoor education into lesson plans.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mckinley High School
Niles, OH

Real Estate

Hondros College of Business
Westerville, OH

Skills

  • Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
  • Microsoft Word
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Youth Guidance
  • Instructional Exhibits and Displays
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Family Involvement
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Small Group Support and Assistance
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
  • Class Reading
  • Imaginative Play Promotion
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • School Community Relations
  • Safety Monitoring and Management
  • Organizing and Distributing Materials
  • Diverse Classroom Settings

Timeline

Behavior Intervention Specialist

Youth Intensive Services
10.2024 - Current

Preschool Assistant Teacher

Warren City Schools
06.2020 - Current

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Warren City Schools
02.2000 - Current

High School Diploma -

Mckinley High School

Real Estate

Hondros College of Business

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