Brianna Valentin
Lowville,NY
Summary
Compassionate professional with a strong foundation in early childhood education. Manages student interactions with empathy and effective communication while implementing behavior management techniques. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that enhance student growth and engagement.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
South Jefferson School District
Adams Center, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NY08.2027
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- IEP compliance
- Instructional support
- Behavioral plan management
- Nonverbal communication
- Crisis intervention
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
Timeline
Paraprofessional
South Jefferson School District
08.2025 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Jefferson Community College