Courtney Edge
Summary
- Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Paraprofessional / Sped Paraprofessional position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
- Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 2 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sped Paraprofessional
Mansfield Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in developing behavioral management plans, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and increased student focus.
- Provided one-on-one assistance for students with various disabilities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce concepts and skills taught during whole-class lessons.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and establishing clear expectations for conduct.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Contributed to a safe school environment by supervising students during transitions, lunch periods, and extracurricular activities.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through the implementation of targeted interventions and ongoing encouragement.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
Sped Paraprofessional
Flint Hill Elementary School
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Provided one-on-one assistance for students with various disabilities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Enhanced student understanding by providing individualized support and accommodations for diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in developing behavioral management plans, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and increased student focus.
Sped Paraprofessional
Eastside High School
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Substitute Teacher - Long Term
Alcovy High School
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Education
No Degree - Computer Programming And Medical Assisting Courses
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
16200 Alcovy Road, Covington, Ga 3001406.2000
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
1 Ram Way, Covington, Ga 3001406.1998
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Parent Communication
- Life Skills Training
- Instructional Support
- Data Collection
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Organization
- Literacy Support
- Progress Monitoring
- Social Skills Development
- Behavioral Interventions
- Assistive technology
- Adaptive Learning
- Behavior management
- IEP implementation
Certification
- 2022 Summer Academy May 26, 2022
- 2022 NCSS Fallapalooza October 1, 2022
- 2023 A Love For Learning February 4, 2023
Hobbies
I enjoy riding bikes with my two young daughters. Also, I like swimming, running, fishing, and playing softball.
Timeline
Sped Paraprofessional
Mansfield Elementary School
07.2023 - Current
Sped Paraprofessional
Flint Hill Elementary School
07.2022 - 07.2023
Sped Paraprofessional
Eastside High School
11.2021 - 07.2022
Substitute Teacher - Long Term
Alcovy High School
08.2021 - 11.2021
No Degree - Computer Programming And Medical Assisting Courses
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
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