Courtney Whitten
Odenville
Summary
Compassionate special education paraprofessional provides individualized support to students with special needs. Experienced in implementing individualized education programs and providing one-on-one support in classroom. Engaging personality offers strong task prioritization and time management skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Vestavia Hills City Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans through one-on-one assistance and tailored instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement behavioral management techniques in classroom settings.
- Assisted students during daily activities, promoting independence and social skills development.
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to educators for effective intervention strategies.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for special needs students.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
Preschool Teacher
Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church Preschool
07.2015 - 07.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance the social, emotional, and cognitive development of preschool students.
- Created a nurturing and supportive classroom environment that fostered positive relationships and encouraged curiosity and creativity.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to provide ongoing communication and support for each child’s individual needs and learning goals.
- Conducted regular assessments to track students’ progress and identify areas that required additional support or enrichment.
- Organized and supervised educational field trips, events, and activities to enhance students’ learning experiences and social interactions.
- Facilitated small group activities and guided play to encourage cooperation and problem-solving skills among toddlers.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and effective communication strategies to promote positive behavior and self-regulation in young children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Environmental Sciences in Early Childhood Education
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL07-2021
Associate in Science Degree - undefined
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL05-2017
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Problem-solving
- Parent Communication
- Multi-tasking
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Collaboration with teachers
- IEP implementation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Instructional support
Certification
- Passing Score on Pre-Kindergarten Education Praxis 5531
- Passing Score on Early Childhood edTPA
- CPR Certified
- MCS Certified
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Vestavia Hills City Schools
08.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church Preschool
07.2015 - 07.2024
Associate in Science Degree - undefined
Jefferson State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Human Environmental Sciences in Early Childhood Education
The University of Alabama