Dana Shelton
Fayetteville,WV
Summary
Driven Paraprofessional Aide with proven success at Fayette County Board Of Education, enhancing student engagement and outcomes through adaptive curriculum and emotional support. Excelled in fostering inclusive environments and implementing effective behavior management strategies, demonstrating a calm demeanor and expertise in special education. Skilled in collaboration and innovative lesson planning, significantly contributing to personalized student learning experiences.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Aide
Fayette County Board Of Education
Fayetteville, WV
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior, contributing to a focused and positive learning environment.
- Monitored student understanding during lessons, providing immediate feedback to clarify misconceptions as necessary.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive atmosphere by promptly addressing incidents of bullying or other inappropriate behavior.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, continuously refining teaching techniques for improved student outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, leading to decreased disruptions in the classroom setting.
- Utilized various instructional tools and resources for a more interactive learning environment, enhancing student engagement.
- Promoted a growth mindset among students by encouraging perseverance and resilience in the face of difficulty.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop individualized learning plans for students with unique needs.
Education
Associate Degree In Early Childhood Psychology - Psychology
Mountain State University
Beckley, WVPsychology -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Classroom Assistance
- Positive Reinforcement
- Emotional Support
- Transportation Assistance
- Student Supervision
- Adaptive Curriculum
- Data Collection
- Sensory Integration
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Special Education
- Speech and Language
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- CPR and First Aid
- Classroom support
- Safety understanding
- Teacher Assistance
- Lesson Planning
- IEP familiarity
- Parent Communication
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group Instruction
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Paraprofessional Aide
Fayette County Board Of Education
03.2022 - Current
Associate Degree In Early Childhood Psychology - Psychology
Mountain State University
Psychology -
Grand Canyon University