Julie Schatz
Elgin,IL
Summary
Seasoned Special Education Teacher Assistant with many years of classroom experience working with disabled and special needs students. Successful at developing and implementing effective lesson plans in support of class instructional goals. Dedicated and dependable paraprofessional with an adaptable, personable approach to managing academic and behavioral concerns.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
High Road of Mount Prospect
Mt. Prospect, Illinois
08.2017 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Attended professional development sessions related to best practices for supporting students with disabilities.
- Provided support and guidance to special education teachers in developing instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments.
- Helped students develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement.
- Assisted classroom teachers with accomplishing instructional goals by mentoring students, leading activities and implementing lesson plans.
- Managed a class of special education students in the absence of the lead teacher, and acquired my substitute license.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Assisted with the management of student behaviors in the classroom setting using de-escalation strategies.
- Maintained accurate behavior incident reports, and other relevant information as requested by the teacher or administrator.
- Work with individuals to provide instruction in mathematics, reading, science and history.
Inclusion Aide
Northwest Special Recreation Assoc. (NWSRA)
Rolling Meadows, IL
08.2009 - 08.2017
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs children and adults in classroom, camp, and recreational settings as needed by NWSRA throughout the years.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL05-1991
Skills
- Classroom management strategies
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Augmentative communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
High Road of Mount Prospect
08.2017 - Current
Inclusion Aide
Northwest Special Recreation Assoc. (NWSRA)
08.2009 - 08.2017
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Oakton Community College
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