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Cailey Powell

Lunenburg,MA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate paraprofessional with years of hands-on classroom experience supporting diverse student populations, including those with special needs. Proven ability to implement individualized instruction, manage classroom behavior, and foster a positive learning environment. Currently holding a Bachelors Degree of Science in Education, with a strong commitment to inclusive education and student growth. Seeking to leverage classroom expertise and instructional skills in a full-time teaching position.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Lunenburg Primary School
Lunenburg , MA
08.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
  • Performed the brigance screener, HMH assessments, ESGI assessments
  • Observed the Battelle Developmental Inventory screener and the Bracken Receptive Screener

Long Term Sub

Lunenburg Primary School
Lunenburg , MA
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management to promote learning initiatives.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
  • Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
  • Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
  • Increased class participation through interactive activities and group projects.
  • Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised recess activities.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.

Long Term Sub

Lunenburg Primary School
Lunenburg , MA
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning needs within the classroom effectively.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
  • Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.
  • Maintained open communication with parents and guardians, discussing students' progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing individualized feedback and support for continuous improvement.
  • Increased class participation through interactive activities and group projects.
  • Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans, upcoming activities, and provided feedback on student performance.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments, and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.

Teacher

Creative Imaginations Childcare
Brookline, NH
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
  • Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
  • Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance
  • Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
  • Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping

Assistant Teacher

Children's Center
Groton, MA
06.2017 - 02.2019
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
  • Organized snack time and nap hours
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
  • Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance

Assistant Teacher

Acorn Childcare Center
Westford , MA
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students
  • Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
  • Organized snack time and nap hours
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
  • Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance

Assistant Teacher

Bonjour Childcare
Lunenburg , MA
07.2016 - 01.2017
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
  • Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
  • Organized snack time and nap hours
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
  • Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Lunenburg High School
Lunenburg, Ma
06.2017

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Student assessment
  • Learning strategies
  • Behavioral interventions

Certification

  • The Department of Early Education and Care : Provisional License (not yet met, waiting on mtels)
  • The Department of Early Education and Care: Preschool Teacher
  • First aid and CPR certified

Timeline

Long Term Sub

Lunenburg Primary School
04.2024 - 06.2024

Long Term Sub

Lunenburg Primary School
11.2023 - 03.2024

Paraprofessional

Lunenburg Primary School
08.2019 - Current

Teacher

Creative Imaginations Childcare
03.2019 - 08.2019

Assistant Teacher

Acorn Childcare Center
10.2017 - 01.2018

Assistant Teacher

Children's Center
06.2017 - 02.2019

Assistant Teacher

Bonjour Childcare
07.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Fitchburg State University

High School Diploma -

Lunenburg High School

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