JoEllen O'Reilly
Bainbridge Island,WA
Summary
Dedicated paraeducator with extensive experience at Bainbridge Island School District, adept at implementing individualized education plans and fostering student independence. Skilled in classroom management and behavioral strategies, I have successfully enhanced student engagement and monitored progress, ensuring positive learning outcomes for diverse learners. Committed to collaboration and continuous improvement in educational practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Paraeducator, Special Education
Bainbridge Island School District
Bainbridge Island, WA
10.2022 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with daily activities and academic tasks.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs and enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement behavioral management strategies, promoting a positive classroom environment.
- Monitored student progress, documenting observations and providing feedback to support educational growth.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students with various disabilities, fostering academic growth and independence.
Paraeducator, Adult Living Program
Bainbridge Island School District
Bainbridge Island, WA
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Collaberated with the ALP teacher, teaching our students life skills to help them become more independent, while addressing their diverse learning needs.
- Worked one-on-one and in groups, teaching budgeting, basic cooking, job skills, and social skills.
- Accompanied students on job sites, individually and in groups.
- Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all students.
- Actively participated in regular team meetings to discuss student progress, share ideas, and collaborate on strategies for continued success.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Documented behaviors, interventions, and treatment results.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Encouraged student independence by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering personal responsibility for learning outcomes.
Paraeducator, Learning Strategies
Bainbridge High School
Bainbridge Island, WA
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with special education staff to address specific student needs effectively.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage engagement.
Paraeducator
Sakai Intermediate School
Bainbridge Island, WA
10.2009 - 01.2016
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Coordinated with outside agencies such as speech therapists or occupational therapists when necessary to ensure comprehensive support for each student''s unique needs.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all services provided to students in compliance with district policies, state regulations, and federal mandates.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Actively participated in regular team meetings to discuss student progress, share ideas, and collaborate on strategies for continued success.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Edmonds Community College
Lynnwood, WA05-1986
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Classroom management
- Behavioral management strategies
- Student progress monitoring
Timeline
Substitute Paraeducator, Special Education
Bainbridge Island School District
10.2022 - Current
Paraeducator, Adult Living Program
Bainbridge Island School District
09.2020 - 10.2022
Paraeducator, Learning Strategies
Bainbridge High School
01.2020 - 06.2020
Paraeducator
Sakai Intermediate School
10.2009 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Edmonds Community College