KAREN ISOM
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with extensive experience at Pasadena ISD, adept in behavior management and effective communication. Excelled in providing tailored support to students with special needs, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in creating adaptive lesson plans and fostering a positive educational environment, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical for student success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
OMEGA Paraprofessional
Pasadena ISD
10.2012 - 02.2024
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- 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.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Pasadena ISD
03.2007 - 12.2011
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- 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.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Education
Associate Of Arts - General Studies
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX12.1984
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
Timeline
OMEGA Paraprofessional
Pasadena ISD
10.2012 - 02.2024
Instructional Paraprofessional
Pasadena ISD
03.2007 - 12.2011
Associate Of Arts - General Studies
San Jacinto College
Similar Profiles
Robin HoggRobin Hogg
Teacher at Pasadena ISDTeacher at Pasadena ISD
MELINDA G. HESSMELINDA G. HESS
Special Education Teacher at Pasadena ISDSpecial Education Teacher at Pasadena ISD
Patricia RodriguezPatricia Rodriguez
Paraprofessional at Pasadena ISDParaprofessional at Pasadena ISD