Heather Coleman
Florence,AZ
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Empower Academy
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Habilitation Provider
Quality Care Solutions Inc
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients in achieving their personal goals by providing encouragement, motivation, and tailored supports.
- Managed client medication administration schedules diligently ensuring proper dosage times were followed per doctor''s orders.
- Developed strong working relationships with external agencies to enhance service delivery for clients under my care.
- Implemented creative problem-solving approaches when addressing unique challenges faced by each client in order to promote positive life experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2026
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Teacher Support
- Patient
- Classroom Organization
- IEP familiarity
- Data Collection
- CPR and First Aid
Accomplishments
- Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Empower Academy
10.2023 - Current
Habilitation Provider
Quality Care Solutions Inc
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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