Charlotte Barber-Stead
Spanish Fork,Utah
Summary
Compassionate Paraprofessional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior management strategies, individualized education plan (IEP) implementation, and adaptive learning techniques. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse educational settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary Music Specialist
Davis Elementary School/Uintah School District
Vernal, UT
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed creative activities that encouraged students to explore their own musical talents.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop and implement lesson plans which integrated music into the curriculum.
- Researched new methods for incorporating current trends in popular music into the curriculum.
- Selected appropriate repertoire for performances based on student level of ability.
- Created a variety of music listening activities designed to engage students in critical thinking about different styles of music.
- Promoted appreciation for different musical styles, taught history of genres and helped students memorize fun songs to drive ideas home.
- Created lesson plans to cover district and state objectives for music program.
- Introduced students to different styles of music and promoted appreciation of all genres.
- Developed and oversaw programs for school gatherings, special concerts, and student performances.
- Gathered music and props for daily class instruction as well as performances.
- Helped students appreciate arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
Reading Intervention Specialist
Davis Elementary School/Uintah School District
Vernal, UT
10.2010 - 01.2016
- Facilitated small group instruction using evidence-based practices.
- Gave feedback on student performance and provided encouragement during lessons.
- Provided 1-on-1 tutoring to help build fluency, accuracy, and comprehension.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized learning plans for struggling readers.
- Conducted assessments of students' reading skills and identified areas in need of improvement.
- Established positive relationships with students, families, and staff members.
- Worked with children of different ages and molded teaching methods to align with age and skill level.
- Improved students' reading levels through guided reading groups and whole group instruction.
Tutor/Mentor
CVCC AmeriCorps
Bakersfield, CA
08.2001 - 08.2003
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the school year.
- Assisted students with reading and comprehension by providing individualized and group instruction based on their abilities.
- Evaluated student progress through tests, quizzes, and assignments.
- Coordinated and supervised the implementation of the 3rd grade Read Naturally Program.
- Supported student learning throughout all elementary grade levels.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Utah State University
Vernal, UTSkills
- Activities Oversight
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Special needs
- Progress Monitoring
- Classwork oversight
- Teacher Assistance
- Student Supervision
- Life Skills Development
- Data Collection
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom Organization
- Proficient with [Technology]
- Feeding Assistance
- Toileting assistance
- IEP compliance
- Behavioral plan management
- IEP goals
- Transition planning
- Activity management
Accomplishments
- Awards for my service in CVCC AmeriCorps from the State of California.
Certification
- Paraprofessional Test Passed
Timeline
Elementary Music Specialist
Davis Elementary School/Uintah School District
01.2016 - 08.2018
Reading Intervention Specialist
Davis Elementary School/Uintah School District
10.2010 - 01.2016
Tutor/Mentor
CVCC AmeriCorps
08.2001 - 08.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Utah State University
- Paraprofessional Test Passed
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