Holly Snyder
Waynesville,OH
Summary
Dynamic paraprofessional with proven expertise in delivering personalized support and fostering positive learning outcomes at Wayne Local School District. Renowned for a calm demeanor and professional presence, adept in technology including Google Classroom. Excelled in varied roles in the 10+ years at Wayne Local schools. Impressive problem solving skills and ability to quickly adapt to any situation. A true commitment to individual educational excellence. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans. A proven true team player.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Wayne Local School District
2013.09 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students with a variety of needs in regular classrooms to enable positive learning outcomes
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Prepared instructional materials
- Screened all incoming kindergarten students, Spring 2024
- Enacted as building substitute teacher, preschool through 6th grades, as well as library, music, art, and intervention specialists
- Proctored live stream classroom entire 20/21 school year, working in fifth grade, working side by side with fifth grade teacher
- Proficient in Microsoft, Google Classroom, Go Guardian, Class Dojo and Octopus
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes, and reported performance to primary teachers
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
Substitute Teacher
Warren County ESC
2012.09 - 2013.06
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education.
- Managed assignments, student needs, record keeping and reports to teacher.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiative
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
- Vast experience in wide variety of classrooms and schools throughout Warren County, including Wayne Local Schools
Lead Preschool Teacher/Childcare Center Director
Coffman YMCA
2004.01 - 2009.12
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children
- Managed program paperwork and records to comply with state requirements
- Utilized books, songs, and games to engage learners
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Miami University
Oxford, OH12.1996
Skills
- Positive, professional presence
- Team oriented
- Loyal employee
- Extensive classroom, special education and individual experiences
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Effective written and verbal communicator
- Flexible
- Critical thinker
- Notable experience in screening
- Problem solver
- Proficient in technology
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Wayne Local School District
2013.09 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Warren County ESC
2012.09 - 2013.06
Lead Preschool Teacher/Childcare Center Director
Coffman YMCA
2004.01 - 2009.12
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Miami University
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