Gabrielle Roberts
Houston
Summary
Professional paraprofessional with solid foundation in educational support and classroom management. Experience in aiding teachers with instructional tasks, behavioral support and maintaining a positive learning atmosphere. Reliable team player focused on teamwork, adapting to changing needs and achieving results through effective communication and collaboration. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED/Access Paraprofessional
Klein Independent School District - Blackshear Elementary
Tomball, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with students through empathetic, patient, and understanding interactions in and out of the classroom.
- Assisted teachers in developing individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented adaptive learning strategies to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with special education staff to adapt learning materials and resources effectively.
- 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.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to inform instructional adjustments.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities as needed for students.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student’s growth and progress.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Dental Assistant/Insurance Verification Specialist
Jamboree Dentistry
Houston, TX
08.2018 - 03.2025
- Performed general chair-side duties for specialty pediatric and general pediatric dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and handled insurance information.
- Created individualized treatment plans, collected, posted and managed patient account payments; maintained relationships with clients with post-patient follow-ups.
- Trained new team members on company policies and accounting systems to keep team operations productive and efficient.
- Performed admin duties such as schedule appointments, prepare bills and receive payments for dental services. Alongside completing insurance forms, perform insurance verifications, send pre-authorizations, and maintain records, manually and digitally.
Dental Assistant
Spring Klein Dentistry
Spring, TX
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Performed general chair-side duties for specialty pediatric and general pediatric dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared patients for procedures by taking x-rays and performing Oral/IV sedation when needed.
- Organized and utilized various dental materials during procedures and dental cleanings.
Dental Assistant
Kool Smiles
Houston, TX
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and keep health and safety practices.
- Assisted dentist during procedures, providing sterilized instruments and practicing 4-handed dentistry.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Lonestar College Systems
Houston, TX07.2013
High School Diploma -
Atascocita
Humble, TX05.2012
Skills
- Special education support
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Small group and individual assistance
- Behavior and classroom management
- Educational assistance
- Child development
- Student health and safety
- Supervising student activities
Certification
- CPR and first aid
- NCPI
Additional Information
- Reliable, friendly, detail oriented
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Excellent communicative skills
- Organized and time management
Timeline
SPED/Access Paraprofessional
Klein Independent School District - Blackshear Elementary
03.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant/Insurance Verification Specialist
Jamboree Dentistry
08.2018 - 03.2025
Dental Assistant
Spring Klein Dentistry
07.2017 - 08.2018
Dental Assistant
Kool Smiles
05.2015 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts -
Lonestar College Systems
High School Diploma -
Atascocita