Danielle Tharali Laborde
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Dedicated multilingual ESOL Paraprofessional with 7 years of experience supporting English Language Learners in middle school settings. Skilled in translation, cultural mediation, and providing individualized support to newcomer students. Strong educational foundation in Early Childhood Education and Exceptional Student Education with proven commitment to helping diverse learners succeed.
Experienced educational support professional with strong focus on language development and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and staff, adaptable to changing needs, and committed to achieving educational results. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and providing individualized support to non-native English speakers. Reliable team player with passion for fostering inclusive and productive learning environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ESOL Paraprofessional
Sugg Middle School
Bradenton, FL
04.2018 - Current
- Provide classroom support and translation services for English Language Learners across multiple subject areas
- Assist newcomer students in transitioning to the American education system and understanding classroom instruction
- Translate materials and communications between teachers, students, and families in Haitian Creole and French
- Support students with varying levels of English proficiency in completing assignments and understanding content
- Facilitate cultural understanding and bridge communication gaps between diverse student populations and staff
- Participate in ongoing ESOL professional development training every two months since 2018
- Collaborate with teachers to implement differentiated instruction strategies for multilingual learners
Kindergarten Teacher
Petit Castor Kindergarten
Haiti
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Taught kindergarten students in native language (Haitian Creole)
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans and learning activities for early childhood learners
- Created nurturing classroom environment that supported social, emotional, and academic development
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and development
- Implemented early childhood education best practices in resource-limited setting
Education
Master of Arts - Exceptional Students Educatiion
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL06-2027
Certificate in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL01-2012
Bachelor of Arts Degree - General Studies with concentration in Educational Foundations
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2025
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Early Childhood Education
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL01-2010
Associate of Science (AS) Degree - Pre-Elementary Early Childhood Education
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL01-2010
Certificate in Computer Programming - undefined
Miami Lakes Technical Center
Miami Lakes, FL12-2000
High School Diploma - undefined
Hyde Park High School
01-1997
Skills
- Languages:
- Haitian Creole (Native/Fluent)
- French (Fluent)
- English
- Spanish (Conversational/Working Knowledge)
- Professional Skills:
- ESOL Instructional Support
- Translation & Interpretation Services
- Cultural Mediation
- Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Support
- Early Childhood Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Parent & Family Engagement
- Computer Programming
- Technical Skills:
- Computer Programming Fundamentals
- Educational Technology
- Microsoft Office Suite
Affiliations
The National Dean's List
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- ESOL Training
- Ongoing professional development sessions every two months
- 2018 – Present
Timeline
ESOL Paraprofessional
Sugg Middle School
04.2018 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Petit Castor Kindergarten
01.2016 - 01.2018
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Early Childhood Education
Miami Dade College
Associate of Science (AS) Degree - Pre-Elementary Early Childhood Education
Miami Dade College
Certificate in Computer Programming - undefined
Miami Lakes Technical Center
High School Diploma - undefined
Hyde Park High School
Master of Arts - Exceptional Students Educatiion
University of South Florida
Certificate in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) -
Miami Dade College
Bachelor of Arts Degree - General Studies with concentration in Educational Foundations
University of South Florida