Eleanor Powell
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Compassionate Teacher well-versed in needs of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Skilled at enhancing student experiences using teaching instruction with activities and individual assistance. Warmhearted Teacher consistently provides care to differently-abled students. Adapts activities to students' disabilities and audio-visual sensitivities. Committed to providing safe and comfortable classroom environments for learners. Offering more than 15 years in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Time Teacher
Pathways Adult Learning Center
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Participated in extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Jenks Public School
08.2008 - 08.2022
- Supported students with emotional and behavioral concerns to help develop effective social skills
- Collaborated with speech therapists, social workers and physical therapists to meet students' unique needs
- Implemented behavior management strategies during small group and individual instruction to support student engagement
Preschool Teacher
Jenks First Baptist
08.1994 - 05.2008
- Planned programs and prepared activities for preschoolers
- Observed and redirected behavior using positive reinforcement techniques
- Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to meet student needs
- Changed children's clothes and tended to injuries, illnesses and toileting needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Temple High School
Temple, TRegistered Special Education Paraprofessional -
Oklahoma State Department of Education
07.2019
Registered Behavior Tech training -
Northeastern Sate University
04.2019
Skills
- De-escalation Techniques
- Instructional Programs
- Head Teacher Support
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
Timeline
Full Time Teacher
Pathways Adult Learning Center
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Jenks Public School
08.2008 - 08.2022
Preschool Teacher
Jenks First Baptist
08.1994 - 05.2008
High School Diploma -
Temple High School
Registered Special Education Paraprofessional -
Oklahoma State Department of Education
Registered Behavior Tech training -
Northeastern Sate University
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