Destiny McAlpin
Stanton,IA
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with a proven track record at Red Oak Jr/Sr High School, skilled in behavior management and effective communication. Enhanced student engagement through individualized support and collaboration with educators, contributing to improved academic outcomes. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and ensuring IEP compliance for diverse learners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Red Oak Jr/Sr High School
Red Oak, IA
12.2017 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Supported classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with educational staff to develop instructional materials and resources.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and educators regarding academic progress.
- Monitored student behavior and provided intervention strategies to promote positive conduct.
- Trained new paraprofessionals on classroom protocols and support techniques.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide programs aimed at improving student success rates.
- Led small group instruction to reinforce concepts in literacy and mathematics for struggling learners.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- 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.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - SSAL
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA04-2026
Associate of Arts - Education
Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA05-2024
Skills
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Classroom management
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Supervising student activities
- Differentiated instruction
- Lesson planning
Accomplishments
- Sponsor for students in 9-12 grade student's in Wrestling Cheerleading.
- Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.
- Collaborated with team of five in the development of Jr High culture and climate.
- Supported many classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of students.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Red Oak Jr/Sr High School
12.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - SSAL
Buena Vista University
Associate of Arts - Education
Southwestern Community College