I have been in the education field for many years. I have worked in Special Education setting, ALS setting, general education setting as well as in a MINC pk class which has a mixture of students skill ability. I have 5 years of experience in Anne Arundel County as well as both of my children are ADHD. My passion is teaching.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Howard County Public School System
10.2007 - Current
Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
Implemented research-based interventions to address academic challenges faced by special education students.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
Encouraged peer collaboration through group assignments designed to foster teamwork and mutual understanding among classmates.
Assisted in planning field trips and extracurricular activities that catered to the unique interests of special education students.
Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, committees, and volunteering at extracurricular activities that supported students'' growth and development.
Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Education
Early Childhood Special And General Educatio - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
Skills
Classroom support
Emotional Support
Special Education Knowledge
Data Collection
Motor Skills Development
Autism spectrum understanding
Disability Awareness
Social Skills Development
Multicultural Sensitivity
Sensory Integration
Literacy support
Assistive Technology
Teacher Assistance
Teaching and instruction
Life Skills Development
Classroom Organization
Behavioral plan management
IEP compliance
Special needs
Verbal and written communication
Student Supervision
Reading instruction
Skills strategies
Mobility Assistance
Instructional support
Activity management
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Howard County Public School System
10.2007 - Current
Early Childhood Special And General Educatio - Education
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at Howard County Public School SystemEarly Childhood Special Education Teacher at Howard County Public School System
General Education Teacher at Howard County Public School System - Waverly ElementaryGeneral Education Teacher at Howard County Public School System - Waverly Elementary