Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in building relationships and providing personalized support to diverse learners. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and implementing effective behavior management strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
ESS
09.2021 - Current
Supported individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement.
Organized classroom materials and maintained a conducive learning environment.
Maintained accurate records of student behavior and academic performance.
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Paraprofessional for summer school
Colonial school district
New Castle, DE
07.2025 - 08.2025
Assisted teachers in delivering instructional materials to students effectively.
Supported student learning by providing one-on-one academic assistance during lessons.
Collaborated with special education staff to implement individualized education plans.
Monitored student progress and reported observations to educators regularly.
Engaged students in activities that promote social skills and teamwork development.
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Camp Counselor
New castle parks and rec
New castle, DE
07.2000 - 08.2001
Supervised daily activities for campers, ensuring safety and engagement.
Facilitated group games and sports to promote teamwork and cooperation.
Organized arts and crafts sessions, providing materials and guidance to participants.
Communicated effectively with parents about camper progress and daily events.
Implemented camp rules, maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all.
Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE
12-2023
Skills
Established and maintained a working relationship with students, teachers, and faculty members
Assisted the students with meeting their IEP goals
Assisted students with their independent work
Experience with special needs students
Redirected students to get back on task if they were off task
Helped the student get out of their behavior when they were in one
I took data on the students' IEP goals and charted their behaviors