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Brittany Sinkel

Manton

Summary

Highly qualified paraprofessional with extensive experience in behavior management techniques and strategies, dedicated to supporting student success through positive reinforcement, individualized support, and effective classroom management. Trained in Conscious Discipline, START training, CPI, Trainer in Paraeducator Bootcamp, along with other various trainings. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff while maintaining and ensuring positive relationships.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District
Cadillac, MI
11.2005 - Current

SEI Paraprofessional

  • Supported students with severe emotional impairments by delivering personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support and effective strategies to students.
  • Supported special education teacher in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, and staff.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.

ECSE Paraprofessional

  • Collaborated with General Education teacher and Special Education teacher to assist and provide support for students in a Head Start/ Special Education Preschool Combination Classroom, consisting of 18 students (6 ECSE).
  • Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
  • Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Adapted teaching materials for special education students, meeting diverse learning needs.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
  • Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.

Kindergarten Readiness Paraprofessional

  • Collaborated with General Education and Special Education teachers to support students going to kindergarten and prepare them for success.
  • Assisted in creating lesson plans that accommodated various learning styles, promoting student growth.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Supported classroom activities and facilitated student engagement through tailored instructional strategies.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI

No Degree - Elementary Education

Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City

Skills

  • Behavior management strategies and techniques
  • Effective communication with students and staff
  • Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff and families
  • Conscious Discipline
  • START
  • Supporting students with special needs
  • Supporting and collaborating with General Education teachers
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • CPR and first aid

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Wexford-Missaukee Intermediate School District
11.2005 - Current

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

No Degree - Elementary Education

Northwestern Michigan College