Karen Huisingh
Shelton,WA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics and technology.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Shelton School District
02.2000 - Current
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Contributed to increased student retention by providing academic support and mentoring during before-school, after-school, and summer school programs.
- Promoted respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Assisted in administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Serve as member of school's leadership/MTSS team, participation in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives
Lead Teacher, Multi-age Room (2-5 Year Olds)
Prescott Unified School District
12.2006 - 08.2007
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Created activities accessible to multiple ages and abilities
Education
Certificate of Completion in ECE - Early Childhood Education
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA06.1998
High School Diploma -
Olympic High School
Bremerton, WA06.1994
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Data Collection
- CPR and First Aid
- Computer Skills
- Assessment administration
- Multicultural Awareness
- Reading Intervention
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Very Basic Spanish, support in Spanish classrooms
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Multi-age Room (2-5 Year Olds)
Prescott Unified School District
12.2006 - 08.2007
Paraprofessional
Shelton School District
02.2000 - Current
Certificate of Completion in ECE - Early Childhood Education
Olympic College
High School Diploma -
Olympic High School
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