Jenine Simon
Newton,IA
Summary
Long Term Newton Community School District Para Educator with an extensive background in overseeing student activities, monitoring student behaviors, demonstrating effective communication skills, conflict resolution and an understanding of maintaining discipline within the study environment. Strong skills include building positive relationships with students, empathy, communication and kindness. Past roles have demonstrated an ability to foster positive relationships with students while ensuring adherence to school policies for enhanced learning outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Newton Community School District
Newton, IA
08.2022 - Current
- Helped teachers manage classroom and workload.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Monitored students' progress in skill and personal behavioral development and reported on findings to teachers.
- Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with Behavior students.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
Paraprofessional
Newton Community School District
Newton, IA
08.2009 - 11.2021
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with students.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA07-1995
Medical Assistant
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-1990
High School Diploma -
Cardinal High School
Eldon, IA08-1988
Skills
- Communication strategies
- Classroom management
- Behavioral intervention
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Organizational skills
- Student engagement
- Patience and tolerance
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Motivating and inspiring students
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Newton Community School District
08.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Newton Community School District
08.2009 - 11.2021
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Southeastern Community College
Medical Assistant
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Cardinal High School