Christina Sanders
San Antonio
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with extensive experience at Pieper High School, adept at implementing Individualized Education Plans and fostering social skills development, looking to expand knowledge in the office aspect of schools. Proven ability in behavior management and crisis intervention, ensuring a safe learning environment while tracking student progress effectively. Committed to empowering students through tailored support and advocacy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Pieper High School
San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Pieper Ranch Middle School
San Antonio
08.2018 - 05.2024
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kitty Hawk Middle School
Universal City
11.2013 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
Substitute
Judson ISD
Universal City
11.2005 - 11.2013
- In the absence of the teacher, I helped to maintain a learning environment in the classroom for students.
- I ensured students stayed on task and completed work that the teachers left for them to complete.
- I also held a long-term substitute position in the front office for a semester, helping to enroll students, file paperwork, and input information for students into the computer system, and I backed up the receptionist and data entry clerk when needed. I also the assisted the book keeper when they were out on long term sick leave for a semester.
Education
High School Diploma -
Judson High School
Converse, TX05-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Northeast Lakeview College
Universal City, TXSkills
- Behavior management
- Individualized education plans
- Student assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Social skills development
- Classroom support
- Data tracking
- Skills strategies
Additional Information
Long-term substituting position in the front office setting, responsible for greeting parents, answering phone calls, directing students and parents, and assisting the principal, vice principals, and counselors., As a substitute, ensured students stayed on task and completed work left by the teacher, maintaining a learning environment., As a paraprofessional, worked closely with head teachers on daily assignments and assisted students in regular education classes., Currently at Pieper Ranch Middle School, held positions in inclusion, supporting students with academic needs, behavior support, and essential academics, as well as assisting athletics with scheduling game workers and sending paperwork to the district office for payroll.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Pieper High School
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Pieper Ranch Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kitty Hawk Middle School
11.2013 - 08.2018
Substitute
Judson ISD
11.2005 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Judson High School
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Northeast Lakeview College
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