Heather Hysell
Hayden,AL
Summary
Self-starter proudly promotes positive educational environments. Offers strong background working with special needs students. Attentive to details and thorough in helping students complete assignments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
Jefferson County School District
Center Point, AL
01.2024 - Current
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and modifying curriculum.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all students had access to a quality educational program.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during lunch and recess periods or field trips.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sparta Area School District
Sparta , WI
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, field trips., ensuring their safety at all times.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards and cafeterias.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
Fort McCoy, WI
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided guidance and mentorship to children in a recreational setting.
- Assisted with the planning, organizing, and implementation of special events.
- Supervised children while they participated in various games and activities.
- Monitored participant behavior, providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
- Maintained safety standards during all activities.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss program goals and objectives.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and stored after each activity session.
- Facilitated communication between parents and guardians and program staff members.
- Developed creative arts projects for children based on their interests.
- Attended trainings related to youth programming best practices.
- Created a safe environment where children can express themselves freely.
- Complied with all rules, regulations and procedures by providing committed and dedicated care, supervision and assistance to program children and youth.
- Used active listening to collaborate and communicate with children, fellow personnel and parents.
- Conducted individual and group activities to develop social skills among participants.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children to learn new skills.
- Assisted in preparing nutritious snacks and lunches according to dietary guidelines.
- Encouraged creative thinking through art projects, storytelling and music appreciation activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, tidy and well stocked with supplies while ensuring they met health standards.
- Read books aloud to encourage language development while helping students understand story structure.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Provided nurturing care to children of varying ages and abilities.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
Club Assistant
The Care Center of Gurley
Gurley, AL
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Organized and maintained all paperwork related to club operations.
- Maintained an inventory of supplies needed for day-to-day operations of the club.
- Developed lesson plans and educational activities to engage students.
- Assisted with homework assignments, projects, and tests.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with other staff members to create a safe environment for the students' physical and emotional well-being.
- Attended professional development seminars related to youth programming best practices.
- Instilled positive behavioral habits through enforcement of school rules and program policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminalistics And Criminal Science
Salem International University
Salem, WV02-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Faculty support
- Reading and Writing Support
- Classroom inclusion
- Student Supervision
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- CPR and First Aid
- Mathematics Instruction
- Classroom Organization
- Effective Communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
Jefferson County School District
01.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sparta Area School District
02.2023 - 01.2024
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
11.2021 - 02.2023
Club Assistant
The Care Center of Gurley
08.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminalistics And Criminal Science
Salem International University
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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