Joanna Perkowski
Streamwood,IL
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in classroom management, individualized education plans, and behavior management. Proven ability to create positive learning environments and provide tailored support to enhance student success.
Overview
3
3
Languages
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Clare Woods Academy
Wheaton, IL
06.2003 - Current
- Assisted students with daily tasks and personal care as needed.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to teachers regularly.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Supported teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
Polish School Teacher
Emilia Plater Polish School
Streamwood, Illinois
09.2001 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for students in accordance with curriculum guidelines.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through class discussions and debates.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning needs.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
- Implemented educational activities that promote cultural awareness.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress including grades, attendance and behavior reports.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing positive relationships with students.
- Organized school events to encourage community involvement.
Preschool Teacher
Kinder Care Daycare
Schaumburg, Illinois
03.1998 - 06.1998
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive environment.
- Enhanced sensory development by providing children access to diverse textures and shapes.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff to create a supportive learning community.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Interacted with children to foster connections and understanding. on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Stefania Sempolowska Teacher's College
Bialystok Poland06-1989
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management
- Instructional support
- Student assessment
- Classroom organization
- Social-emotional learning
- Educational collaboration
Languages
English
Professional
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
Russian
Limited
Accomplishments
- Commission Of National Education Medal (Medal Komisji Edukacji Narodowej) 2015 Highest award given by the Polish Ministry of Education for exceptional achievements in schooling and upbringing.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Clare Woods Academy
06.2003 - Current
Polish School Teacher
Emilia Plater Polish School
09.2001 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Kinder Care Daycare
03.1998 - 06.1998
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Stefania Sempolowska Teacher's College