Experienced educational support professional with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and colleagues. Known for great communication and behavior management skills, dedicated to creating a positive classroom atmosphere that promotes student success and engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Ex Ed Teacher's Assistant
Hamilton County Schools (The Howard School)
Chattanooga, TN
04.2021 - Current
Support teacher develop lessons by providing engaging instruction to students either one-on-one or in small groups.
Accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
Collaborate with colleagues to design projects that foster community and school-wide behavior support.
Assess student performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Direct Support Professional
Orange Grove Center
Chattanooga, TN
07.2012 - 04.2021
maintained a clean, well‑organized environment to support client happiness and safety while enhancing overall well-being through participation in recreational activities
co-facilitated recreational activities that promoted social interaction and community engagement
prevented injuries by providing necessary restraints and appropriate supports
regularly transported clients to medical appointments and other essential errands
provided compassionate and attentive care, to improve each client's quality of life
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Harrison, TN
05-2005
Skills
Relationship building
Student engagement
Motivating students
Behavior management
Collaborate and communicate effectively with teacher and colleagues
Special Ed Interventionist/Instructional Assistant at Carey Ridge Elementary SchoolSpecial Ed Interventionist/Instructional Assistant at Carey Ridge Elementary School