Jigna Patel
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with a proven track record at Deptford Township School District, skilled in behavior management and effective communication. Enhanced student engagement through tailored support and interactive activities, fostering a positive learning environment. Collaborated on IEPs, ensuring compliance and promoting social-emotional growth for diverse learners.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Deptford Township School District (Pine Acres Early Childhood Center)
09.2024 - Current
- Supported the classroom teacher in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered student specific educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques constructed by the teacher to effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Prepared instruction materials, construct bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with classroom teacher and other professionals (PT, OT) to implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Facilitated small group or one on one activities for students struggling in a skill or concept.
Paraprofessional
Deptford Township School District (Shady Lane Elementary)
10.2015 - 06.2024
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported classroom teacher in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities during small group centers.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to classroom teacher.
- Coordinated with teacher to monitor student progress, identifying areas for improvement.
- Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities.
- Assisted in organization of school events, contributing to positive school culture.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, specials, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2015
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Help students with diverse learning capacities
- Small group and individual assistance
- Data collection
- Classroom organization
- Social-emotional support
- Create enrichment activities
- Classroom management
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Behavior improvements
- IEP compliance in collaboration with teacher
- Multicultural awareness
Affiliations
- Lions Club
- New Jersey Education Association
Languages
Gujarati
Interests
- Volunteering
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Gardening
- Cooking
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Deptford Township School District (Pine Acres Early Childhood Center)
09.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Deptford Township School District (Shady Lane Elementary)
10.2015 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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