Danielle Burke
Wilbraham ,MA
Summary
Accomplished Paraprofessional from Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District, adept in classroom management and reading intervention. Excelled in delivering personalized educational support, enhancing literacy skills among students, and fostering inclusive environments. Proven track record in improving student outcomes through effective communication and targeted instructional strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to classrooms of 20-25 students to enable positive learning outcomes in a classroom.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through a targeted 30 minute daily reading intervention program (UFLI) tailored to a small group instruction of four ESL students.
- Took part in a ten month weekly DESE Early Literacy professional development cohort supporting school initiatives for student growth and achievement.
- Covered classroom teacher during absences delivering scheduled lesson plans while maintaining order and structure in the classroom.
Paraprofessional
Hampden Wilbraham Regional School District
04.2016 - 03.2019
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, United States12.2025
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA05.2008
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Activity implementation
- Classroom Management
- Effective Communication
- IEP compliance
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Small Group Instruction
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Schedule Management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District
08.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
Hampden Wilbraham Regional School District
04.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Bay Path University
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Holyoke Community College
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