Emily Boyd
Tinley Park,IL
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional with a strong background in classroom support, behavior management, and student supervision. Known for supporting teachers, guiding small groups, and maintaining organized records in high school settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Bremen High School District 228
Country Club Hills, Illinois
12.2021 - Current
- Supported teachers in Bremen High School District 228 classrooms with daily instruction.
- Applied behavior management strategies to encourage positive student interactions.
- Planned and delivered engaging classroom activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Guided small groups through assignments and classroom practice.
- Recorded attendance, behavior notes, and student support information for teachers.
- Supervised hallways, study periods, and testing environments within high school settings.
- Provided personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to foster student growth.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Collaborated with educators across grade levels to improve instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Performed various clerical tasks to support daily operations, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Assisted faculty members or staff with student conferences.
Paraprofessional
Community High School District 218
Blue Island, Illinois
01.2016 - 11.2019
- Supported teachers in Bremen High School District 228 classrooms with daily instruction.
- Monitored student behavior and reinforced classroom expectations, fostering a positive learning environment across district learning spaces.
- Prepared instructional materials for lessons, enhancing instructional delivery and student engagement in Bremen High School District 228.
- Administered assessments to determine students' academic performance levels.
- Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Reported on IEP progress, providing educators with insights to tailor support and promote student growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Evergreen Park High School
Evergreen Park, IL06-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, ILSome College (No Degree) - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2026
Skills
- Classroom support
- Instructional assistance
- Student supervision
- Behavior management
- IEP coordination
- Special education
- Life skills training
- Test proctoring
- Record keeping
- Student record management
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Organization and prioritization
- Schedule management
- Microsoft Excel
- CPR and first aid
- Autism spectrum
- Social skills training
- Friendly and outgoing
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Bremen High School District 228
12.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
Community High School District 218
01.2016 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Evergreen Park High School
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Grand Canyon University