Catherine Callanan

• Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
• Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
• Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
• Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
• Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
• Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
• Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
• Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
• Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
• Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
• Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
• Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
• Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
• Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
• Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
• Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
• Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
• Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
• Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
• Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.

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