Jennifer Smith
Dewitt,MI
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional at Dewitt Public Schools, skilled in IEP compliance and fostering collaboration with teachers. Successfully implemented behavior management techniques, enhancing classroom focus and safety. Known for reliability and building strong rapport with students, ensuring tailored support for diverse learning needs. Committed to ongoing professional development in special education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dewitt Public Schools
DeWitt, MI
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2027
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI06-2004
High School Diploma -
Lansing Catholic Central
Lansing, MI06-1999
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Instructional support
- Student supervision
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Data collection
- Team building
- Reliability
Certification
CPR trained
CPI certified
Starting the Para bootcamp program
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dewitt Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
No Degree - Special Education
Western Governors University
No Degree - Surgical Technology
Lansing Community College
High School Diploma -
Lansing Catholic Central