Elishia Vandehey
Lake Travis ISD
Austin,TX
33
years of professional experience
SPED Paraprofessional supporting student in elementary and special education classrooms with IEP goal tracking, academic reteaching, and positive behavior reinforcement. Provides student care, classroom supervision for 3–6 transitions per day, and confidential documentation while helping teachers keep instruction steady for learners with varied needs. Assists with Frontline tracking to document and monitor student services.
Work History
SPED Paraprofessional
8 Years 7 Months- Delivered daily academic and classroom support to students with diverse learning needs, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Re-taught lessons, read aloud, explained assignments, and assisted students in completing classroom work, enhancing understanding and engagement.
- Supported students in achieving individual IEP goals and documented daily progress to track development.
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to provide consistent academic, behavioral, and classroom support.
- Reinforce positive behavior strategies and assist with implementation of student behavior plans.
- Supervise students during lunch, recess, classroom transitions, bus loading, and other school activities.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student documentation and records.
- Help create a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Elementary School Monitor
1 Year- Guided students safely during arrival, dismissal, and transitions between school areas.
- Supervised students in the cafeteria, playground, hallways, and other school areas.
- Helped maintain a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for elementary students.
- Reinforced school rules and appropriate behavior while providing positive guidance.
- Assisted younger students during lunch with opening containers, milk cartons, and food when needed.
- Reported significant behavior and safety concerns to teachers and administrators.
- Assisted with maintaining a clean and organized cafeteria and school environment.
Loan Intake
1 Year- Reviewed loan packages for completeness, accuracy, and required documentation.
- Organized applications and supporting documents according to established procedures.
- Identified missing information and documented items requiring follow-up.
- Maintained accurate and organized files.
- Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and discretion.
- Prepared, copied, printed, and assembled documents for processing.
- Followed established procedures while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Sales Associate
2 Years- Provided friendly and helpful customer service in the Junior department.
- Assisted customers with locating merchandise and answering questions.
- Operated the cash register and processed customer purchases accurately.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming sales floor.
- Assisted with daily department operations and general store responsibilities.
- Stocked and replenished clothing and merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Special education support
Classroom management
Student supervision
Communication & collaboration
Documentation & data tracking
Behavior intervention plan implementation
De-escalation techniques
Assistive technology support
Classroom accommodation support
Positive behavior support
Confidential student records
Individualized student assistance
Safety awareness
Academic assistance
Autism support
Behavior data collection
Timeline
SPED Paraprofessional
Lake Travis ISD
01.2018 - CurrentRead More
Elementary School Monitor
Lake Travis ISD
01.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Loan Intake
Bank of America
01.1997 - 01.1998Read More
Sales Associate
Emporium
01.1994 - 01.1996Read More
Hillsboro High School
High School Diploma
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