Christine Preciado
North Easton,MA
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional committed to fostering student learning and holistic development. Over ten years of experience supporting diverse learners in both special education and general classrooms. Proven success in implementing individualized education plans and creating a positive, engaging learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Easton Public Schools
North Easton, Massachusetts
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Supported classroom management by implementing strategies that fostered a positive learning environment.
- Delivered one-on-one instruction to reinforce learning concepts and skills.
- Monitored student progress and communicated insights to instructional staff to inform instructional strategies.
- Facilitated structured group activities to enhance students' social skills and peer interactions.
- Assisted students with special needs in classroom activities, ensuring engagement and understanding.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt learning materials for diverse learners.
- Watched student interactions and gave encouragement to foster a more engaged learning environment.
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Easton Public Schools
Easton, MA
09.2013 - 09.2021
- Provided educational support as a substitute teacher in public schools for nine years.
- Experience in the Foundations and TLC program
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Encouraged learning through diverse strategies.
- Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly classroom.
- Enhanced student participation in classroom through integration of creative role-playing exercises.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Implemented classroom plans provided by the class teacher to ensure continuity in student education and core concept reinforcement.
- Supported students of all ability levels in developing life-long learning skills and effective study habits.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Requested frequently by teachers as substitute teacher due to strong referrals and reliable performance.
- Transitioned from substitute teacher to paraprofessional supporting a special education teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Designs and Media Arts
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01-2015
Associate of Arts - Musical Theatre
Dean College
Franklin, MA01-2000
Skills
- Special needs experience
- IEP compliance
- Instructional support
- Student Supervision
- Behavior improvements
- Progress tracking
- Teaching strategies
- Facilitating group activities
- Classroom assistance
- Educational technology use
- Technological instruction
- Google tools proficiency
- Organizational abilities
- Adaptability in scheduling
- Verbal and written communication
- Social integration
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Easton Public Schools
09.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher/Paraprofessional
Easton Public Schools
09.2013 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Designs and Media Arts
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Arts - Musical Theatre
Dean College