Delys Thomas
Hamtramck,MI
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Henry Ford High School
2013.09 - 2022.06
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes by 20%.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Established student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Implemented appropriated process and procedures to fulfill (IEP) goals and objectives.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement by 10%
After-School Program Assistant
Detroit Edison Public School Academy
2010.09 - 2013.08
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Supervised up to 10 students during outdoor exercise periods, monitoring group and individual safety.
Education
Master of Science - Health Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05.2009
Skills
- Summer Camp Counselor
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- IEP Familiarity
- Behavior Improvements
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Lesson Planning
- Reporting Requirements
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Henry Ford High School
2013.09 - 2022.06
After-School Program Assistant
Detroit Edison Public School Academy
2010.09 - 2013.08
Master of Science - Health Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Detroit Mercy
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