Dana Force
Delanco
Summary
Compassionate paraprofessional skilled in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Proven ability to implement effective behavior management techniques and collaborate with educators to enhance individualized education plans (IEPs), ensuring a structured and nurturing classroom environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Moorestown High School
Moorestown, NJ
02.2012 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and instructional strategies.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs to enhance classroom engagement.
- Collaborated with educational staff to develop individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to educators.
- Facilitated small group activities to reinforce core subjects and skills.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
Head Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School of Delran
Delran, NJ
03.2008 - 02.2026
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to enhance toddler learning experiences.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment, promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to support individual child progress and address developmental concerns.
- Mentored and trained junior staff on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Established routines that instilled discipline while encouraging creativity and exploration in toddlers.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards for early childhood education programs.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences that promoted curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving skills in toddlers.
- Managed daily classroom activities for optimal learning experiences and maintaining a safe environment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the day by creating structured routines within a flexible schedule framework.
- Boosted parent satisfaction through effective communication and regular updates on child progress.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors and foster self-esteem in students.
- Strengthened social-emotional development by promoting positive behavior and encouraging peer interactions among toddlers.
- Increased student vocabulary acquisition with interactive storytelling sessions and word games.
- Evaluated toddler progress regularly, adapting teaching methods to cater to individual needs effectively.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Education
Early Childhood Education - Education
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA11.2011
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special education support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Data collection
- Patient
- Classroom organization
- Classroom support
- CPR and first aid
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Moorestown High School
02.2012 - Current
Head Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School of Delran
03.2008 - 02.2026
Early Childhood Education - Education
Northampton Community College