Donna Whisman
Campton,KY
Summary
Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities.
Resourceful Special Education Paraprofessional with [Number] years of experience assisting classroom teachers and promoting individualized learning techniques. Certified in first aid and CPR. Dedicated to encouraging and motivating students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Wolfe County Board Of Education
Campton, KY
08.2012 - Current
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate an effective learning environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents and school administrators on their academic performance.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and social workers to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Administered various assessment tools such as standardized tests or informal observations.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided additional support during state testing periods including administering tests, monitoring time limits and assisting with accommodations when necessary.
- Conducted parent conferences discussing student progress in order to ensure successful inclusion into regular classrooms when appropriate.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum objectives outlined by district standards.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Developed instructional materials that met the unique needs of each student's learning style.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored specifically for individuals with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, assessments and other relevant information according to district requirements.
Administrative Assistant
MSU/Adult Ed
Campton, KY
08.2011 - 05.2018
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
- Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Scheduled appointments, meetings and events for management staff.
- Inventoried and ordered supplies for office.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Maintained accurate department and customer records.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
- Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
- Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to prepare for payroll processing.
- Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
- Prepared and prioritized calendars and correspondence.
- Composed correspondence, reports and meeting notes.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Monitored progress on projects assigned by upper management.
- Prepared expense reports on behalf of executives in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Utilized editing programs to proofread content for typo-free emails, memos and documentation.
- Conducted research online using search engines such as Google or Yahoo!
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
Education
GED -
MSU / Adult Ed
Campton, KY08-2011
Skills
- Computer skills
- Friendly people skills
- Dependent
- Catch on quickly
- Filing
- Book keeping
- Receptionist
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Wolfe County Board Of Education
08.2012 - Current
Administrative Assistant
MSU/Adult Ed
08.2011 - 05.2018
GED -
MSU / Adult Ed
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