Heather Blevins
Elizabethton,TN
Summary
Professional in special education with strong background in supporting diverse learners. Skilled in implementing individualized education plans, behavior management, and differentiated instruction. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring positive outcomes for students. Reliable with effective communication skills and compassionate approach to fostering inclusive learning environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carter County Schools
09.2016 - Current
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Promoted social-emotional growth by teaching self-regulation techniques and facilitating peer interactions among students.
- Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
- Supported teachers in creating inclusive classroom environments, fostering understanding and empathy among all students.
- Worked closely with general education teachers to modify lesson plans, ensuring accommodations were effectively implemented for students with special needs.
- Implemented research-based interventions for struggling learners under teacher guidance, resulting in improved academic performance over time.
- Assisted in developing behavior management strategies, reducing disruptive behaviors and promoting a positive learning environment.
- CPI certified to handle crisis intervention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2025
Skills
- Student advocacy
- Critical thinking abilities
- Effective organizational skills
- Proactive self-starter
- Task prioritization
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Curriculum modification
- Classroom supervision
- IEP delivery and management
- Collaborative decision-making
Certification
- Special Education Comprehensive K-12 (TN Code 461)
- Interventionist K-8 (TN Code 144)
- CPI Certified
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carter County Schools
09.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
East Tennessee State University
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