Holly Henderson
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Instructional Paraprofessional with talent for bringing out the best in students and finding new ways to help them achieve success. Strong knowledge of students with learning challenges including ADHD, and all learning limitations. Communicative and team-oriented with proficiency in all general office and computer requirements. Proven history of fostering creative ways to meet team, individual and management objectives. Compassionate Professional with more than twenty years of experience teaching all ages and abilities. Skilled also, in all areas of being a supervisor outside of the standard classroom settings. Dedicated to comprehensive student and staff education and long-term success.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
WFISD
Wichita Falls, Texas
09.2014 - Current
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
Lead Teacher/Pre-School
Kinderkids Learning Center
Wichita Falls, Texas
09.2012 - 09.2014
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Previous Additional Professional Experience
Various
Wichita Falls, TX
06.1991 - 09.2012
*Insurance Sales/Territory Mgr.~Family Heritage Insurance (General Lines-Life,Health & Accident). Location: Wichita Falls, Tx. and all surrounding towns.
*Event Coordinator/Sales and Marketing~Wichita Theater Performing Arts Center Location: Wichita Falls, Tx.
*Owned and Operated Home Daycare~Ms. Holly's Home Location: Wichita Falls,Tx.
*Director/Kids Club~Gold's Gym Location: Wichita Falls, Tx.
*Lead Teacher: 2's, 3's and a Special Needs Downs Syndrome Class~ TLC Learning Center Location: Wichita Falls, Tx.
*Activities Director~Sterling House Assisted Living (for elderly) Location: Wichita Falls,Tx.
*Program Director/Special Services~ CAMPFIRE USA Location: Wichita Falls, Tx.
*Director/ Summer Camp~ City of Wichita Falls
*Teacher (various ages)~KinderCare Learning Center (National Franchise before sold and became local/ see above experience with Kinderkids Learning)
Education
High School Diploma -
S H Rider High
Wichita Falls, TX06.2019
Associate of Arts - Child Development Associates
Vernon College
Wichita Falls, TX2014
Associate of Arts - Real Estate Courses
Vernon College
Wichita Falls, TX2009
Some College (No Degree) - Education With Emphasis in Social Work
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TXSkills
- Computer Skills
- Relationship Building
- Organization and Prioritization
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Classroom Behavior Management
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Organizational and Planning Skills
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Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
WFISD
09.2014 - Current
Lead Teacher/Pre-School
Kinderkids Learning Center
09.2012 - 09.2014
Previous Additional Professional Experience
Various
06.1991 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
S H Rider High
Associate of Arts - Child Development Associates
Vernon College
Associate of Arts - Real Estate Courses
Vernon College
Some College (No Degree) - Education With Emphasis in Social Work
Midwestern State University