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Crystal D. Bankston

Crystal D. Bankston

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought. Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with a background in assisting teachers with classroom activities. Knowledgeable in school safety, learning processes and individualized expression. Offering a successful career history comprising more than 5 years. Forward-thinking individual with love of literacy and dedication to young students. Offering more than 20 years of facilitating positive learning environments. Qualified Teaching Assistant offers track record of success in helping students with special needs. Well-trained in academic, behavioral and personal needs of students with developmental delays and diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder. Works with parents and teachers to implement personalized approaches for each student. Enthusiastic paraprofessional offering five -year background assisting head teacher with supportive tasks to create effective, healthy classroom environment. Skillful in group activity planning and management and class material preparation. Energetic and patient individual possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills needed to push students towards success. Enthusiastic paraprofessional eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of tasks and training in various learning disabilities Motivated to learn, grow and excel in education.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5

Special Ed Paraprofessional experience

Work History

Special Education Resource Paraprofessional

Drew Charter School Elementary Academy/ APS
Atlanta, GA
03.2020 - Current
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.

Prekindergarten Autism Paraprofessional /One-on-One Paraprofessional

Burgess Peterson Elem School / APS
Atlanta, Ga
2017 - 2020
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.

Preschool Teacher/Prekindergarten Teacher

Atlanta Technical College/ Early Education Center
Atlanta, GA
10.2014 - 07.2017
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Supervised students and enforced discipline during classroom and playground activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.

STEM Teacher

Boyd Elementary School/APS
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2016 - 01.2016

Created lessons and hands on activities centered around science ,technology, engineering, and math for second and third grade students.

  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.

Prekindergarten Teacher

Usher-Collier Heights Elementary School/APS
Atlanta, GA
08.2004 - 01.2014
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Developed curriculum to advance physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth of children.
  • Provided varied opportunities using multiple learning styles for children's active participation experimentation and problem-solving within structured setting.

Prekindergarten Teacher

Anderson Park Elementary School/APS
Atlanta, GA
2000 - 2004
  • Assisted and supervised 22 children through entire school day.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
  • Supervised students and enforced discipline during classroom and playground activities.

Prekindergarten Teacher

John F. Kennedy Middle School/ APS
Atlanta, GA
1997 - 2000
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.

Education

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Instructional Programs
  • Audiovisual Equipment
  • Document Coordination
  • Emotional Support
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Leading Group Discussions
  • Progress Reporting
  • Maintaining Classroom Cleanliness
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Group Instruction
  • Lesson Preparation
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Microsoft Office
  • Conflict Management
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Teacher Collaboration
  • Training Courses
  • Behavior Control

Timeline

Special Education Resource Paraprofessional

Drew Charter School Elementary Academy/ APS
03.2020 - Current

Prekindergarten Autism Paraprofessional /One-on-One Paraprofessional

Burgess Peterson Elem School / APS
2017 - 2020

STEM Teacher

Boyd Elementary School/APS
06.2016 - 01.2016

Preschool Teacher/Prekindergarten Teacher

Atlanta Technical College/ Early Education Center
10.2014 - 07.2017

Prekindergarten Teacher

Usher-Collier Heights Elementary School/APS
08.2004 - 01.2014

Prekindergarten Teacher

Anderson Park Elementary School/APS
2000 - 2004

Prekindergarten Teacher

John F. Kennedy Middle School/ APS
1997 - 2000

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Atlanta Technical College
Crystal D. Bankston