Open To Work
Denice Johnson
Leachville,AR
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in student support, classroom management, and individualized education plans. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Gandy Elementary
White Hall, AR
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented student's individualized IEP in collaboration with teachers and administrators, ensuring tailored support.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Monitored student progress to help teachers identify learning barriers and provide targeted assistance.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop individualized education plans, enhancing educational support for students.
Middle School Para Professional
Heber Springs Middle School
Heber Springs, Arkansas
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Assisted students with special needs in daily learning tasks to enhance their academic and social development.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans.
- Monitored student progress and communicated insights to teachers to inform instructional adjustments.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff about student needs.
- Applied behavioral management strategies to foster student engagement and improve classroom dynamics.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Teacher
Terrys Tots and Toddlers
White Hall, AR
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Designed lesson plans that engaged early childhood learners and addressed diverse learning styles.
- Cultivated a nurturing environment that supported children's social and emotional development.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities promoting cognitive and physical skills.
- Tracked student progress and adapted teaching methods to enhance individual learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational and developmental needs.
T2 Lead Teacher
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that increased student participation and fostered critical thinking skills.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and understanding.
- Mentored new teachers, offering practical strategies for effective classroom management.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Utilized technology tools to improve instructional delivery and actively engage students.
- Organized community events to promote parental involvement in educational activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buffalo Island Central
Monette, AR05-1993
Skills
- IEP development
- Assessment strategies
- Lesson plan development
- Progress monitoring
- Student assessment
- Behavioral management
- Classroom management
- Small group instruction
- Technology integration
- SEL training
- Motivating students
- Parent engagement
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Mentorship of peers
- Professional development
- Critical thinking
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Relationship building
Certification
Paraprofessional
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Gandy Elementary
01.2022 - 01.2023
Middle School Para Professional
Heber Springs Middle School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Teacher
Terrys Tots and Toddlers
01.2009 - 01.2018
T2 Lead Teacher
High School Diploma -
Buffalo Island Central