Elise Hobson
Waban
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with expertise in IEP compliance, progress monitoring, and personalized student support. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes student engagement and success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Edmond Public Schools- Angie Debo Elementary
Edmond, OK
02.2020 - 05.2026
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported student engagement through tailored instructional strategies and adaptive learning tools.
- Collaborated with educators to promote positive behavior and enhance classroom management techniques.
- Monitored student progress, documenting achievements and challenges to inform instructional adjustments.
- Trained new paraprofessionals on effective support strategies and classroom protocols for special education environments.
- Developed materials and resources that enhanced accessibility for students with disabilities in the classroom setting.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education support services.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
- Utilized assistive technology tools strategically in order to facilitate increased independence among students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion within the school community by modeling respectful interactions and encouraging open communication among all stakeholders involved in the education of special needs students.
- Coordinated with teachers to create inclusive lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom setting.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Nominated for Support Employee of the Year and made the top three for three years in a row.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Core value winner for Compassion Award, nominated by fellow staff.
Childcare Provider
Core Sports Performance Institute LLC
Edmond, OK
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
- Resolved conflicts among children, teaching them effective problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment, maintaining strict safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Secretary Education Department
Prisma Tuomey Hospital
Sumter, SC
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed office communications and scheduling for multiple departments, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Implemented organizational improvements to filing systems, reducing retrieval time for patient information.
- Oversaw supply inventory management, ensuring availability of essential office materials while minimizing waste.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
- Prepared and maintained reports using electronic health record systems, streamlining data retrieval processes.
- Assisted in training new administrative staff on procedures and software applications, promoting team development.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
- Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining confidentiality and timeliness.
- Oversaw inventory of office supplies, ensuring availability and cost-efficiency.
- Facilitated inter-departmental communication to ensure all parties were informed of key updates.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Served as a certified Safe Sitter Instructor and helped to teach life skills to youth in the community.
Personnel Journeyman
United States Air Force
07.2003 - 07.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Nominated for Personnelist of the Year, two years ina row.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Fitness Technician
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05-2011
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Progress monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Student advocacy
- Student supervision
- Instructional support
- Conflict resolution
- Behavioral plan management
- Nonverbal communication
- Life skills development
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Feeding assistance
- Physical disabilities support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Social skills training
- Emotional regulation
- Visual schedules
- Activity management
- Mobility assistance
- Seizure management
- Data collection
Certification
- Tier II Paraprofessional Certification - 2023
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Edmond Public Schools- Angie Debo Elementary
02.2020 - 05.2026
Childcare Provider
Core Sports Performance Institute LLC
05.2017 - 05.2018
Secretary Education Department
Prisma Tuomey Hospital
08.2007 - 06.2009
Personnel Journeyman
United States Air Force
07.2003 - 07.2007
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Fitness Technician
Central New Mexico Community College