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Elizabeth Collett

Columbia,TN

Summary

Hardworking, passionate, dependable team player with strong organizational skills, eager to learn new things. Willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

SpEd Paraprofessional

Coffee County Schools
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
  • Participated in team meetings to review student progress and collaboratively plan for future instructional decisions.
  • Utilized assistive technology tools to support students'' diverse learning needs and enhance overall engagement.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.

Educational Assistant

South Fulton Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2015
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
  • Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.

After-School Teacher

South Fulton Elementary
01.2008 - 07.2015
  • Organized extracurricular events and field trips, further enhancing the educational experience for students outside of the classroom setting.
  • Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in education and refining teaching skills.
  • Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Substitute Teacher

South Fulton Elementary
09.2009 - 07.2013
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

Nursery Teacher

South Fulton Baptist Church
06.2006 - 08.2009
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.

Education

Early Childhood Education

West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KY

Skills

  • Student Supervision
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Autism understanding
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Social Skills Development
  • Teaching and instruction
  • Parental interaction

Timeline

SpEd Paraprofessional

Coffee County Schools
08.2015 - 07.2016

Educational Assistant

South Fulton Elementary
08.2014 - 07.2015

Substitute Teacher

South Fulton Elementary
09.2009 - 07.2013

After-School Teacher

South Fulton Elementary
01.2008 - 07.2015

Nursery Teacher

South Fulton Baptist Church
06.2006 - 08.2009

Early Childhood Education

West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Elizabeth Collett