Dorothy Epitropoulos
Lorain,OH
Summary
- Dynamic paraprofessional with extensive experience at Lorain City Schools, adept at enhancing student engagement through tailored lesson plans and effective classroom management. Skilled in educational assistance and crisis management, I excel in fostering a supportive learning environment while maintaining meticulous student records and preparing instructional materials.
- 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.
- Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals.
- Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Lorain City Schools
08.2013 - Current
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- 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.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
Paraprofessional
Lorain County Community Action Agency Head Start
08.2000 - 08.2013
- Same as above
Education
Business - Travel And Tourism And Business
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH06-1994
Skills
- Storytelling
- Educational assistance
- Social support
- Documentation
- Reading support
- Activity oversight
- Student records management
- Curriculum understanding
- Preparing instructional materials
- Classroom technology
- Instructional support
- Supervising student activities
- Crisis management
- Classroom management
- Organization and prioritization
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Lorain City Schools
08.2013 - Current
Paraprofessional
Lorain County Community Action Agency Head Start
08.2000 - 08.2013
Business - Travel And Tourism And Business
Lorain County Community College