BreeAnne Coalson
Meadowview,VA
Summary
Committed professional successfully supervises, guides, and supports students. Develops meaningful relationships with students and mentors for growth and improvement. Establishes and maintains safe and healthy environment for children by keeping learning environment clean and orderly.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Washington County Public Schools Education
Meadowview, VA
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
- Assisted with physical care needs such as feeding or toileting when necessary.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel regarding student progress and behavior issues.
- Provided support and guidance to special education teachers in developing instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child's progress both verbally and through written reports.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized education plans for special needs students.
- Helped create a positive learning environment by encouraging students through positive reinforcement techniques.
Teacher's Assistant
Head Start Program
Abingdon, VA
11.2015 - 04.2021
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
Administrative Assistant
Chapman Insurance
Glade Spring, VA
09.2012 - 03.2015
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Opened, sorted and monitored claims.
- Resolved discrepancies between submitted claims and patient records to ensure accurate payment of claims.
- Investigated the circumstances of insurance claims to determine liability.
Customer Service Representative
OfficeMax
Bristol, VA
06.2007 - 09.2011
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding project updates or changes.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while maintaining focus on achieving goals set forth by management.
- Provided technical support to customers via telephone, email and chat.
Education
High School Diploma -
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VASkills
- Group and individual instruction
- First-aid and CPR
- Mobility Assistance
- Field Trip Monitoring
- Materials Preparation
- Classroom Supervision
- Early Childhood Education
- Student Engagement
- Special Education Support
- Classroom supply management
- Student and parent relations
- Material Preparation
- Test Proctoring
- Behavior Modeling
- Behavior Management
Affiliations
- I am a proud Mom of four who are all in extra curricular activities.
- I help out with the children's ministry within my church.
Certification
- I have completed the Para Pro exam to become highly qualified in my position as a Teacher's Aide.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Washington County Public Schools Education
02.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Head Start Program
11.2015 - 04.2021
Administrative Assistant
Chapman Insurance
09.2012 - 03.2015
Customer Service Representative
OfficeMax
06.2007 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Virginia Highlands Community College
- I have completed the Para Pro exam to become highly qualified in my position as a Teacher's Aide.
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