Karen Wigfall
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher
Milwaukee,Wisconsin
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Milwaukee Public Schools, excelling in behavior management and skill development. Proven ability to enhance student learning outcomes through tailored support and engaging activities. Adept at fostering a positive classroom environment while maintaining organized records and facilitating effective communication among students and staff.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Tool
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Provided personalized support through small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods, including lunch and recess.
- Supported students with academic instruction and assignment completion.
- Managed classroom technology and guided students in utilizing educational software.
- Delivered tailored educational, behavioral, and emotional support to students.
Paraprofessional
Kelly's Teacher's on Call Company
South Milwaukee, WI
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Facilitated daily instruction and management of student activities alongside classroom teacher.
- Monitored student performance, documenting academic progress and attendance records.
- Assisted students with academic tasks and assignments to enhance learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student
- health and classroom efficiency.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Lead Teacher
Grisby Learning Development Centers
Milwaukee, WI
07.2009 - 02.2010
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
Clerical Assistant
Stella's Property Management
Milwaukee, WI
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Maintained organized office records while ensuring adequate supply levels for peak team performance.
- Assisted with bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing and tracking expenses.
Education
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee01.2004
Lead Teacher Certificate -
Community Coordinated Childcare
MilwaukeeGeneral Education Diploma -
West Division School of the Arts
MilwaukeeSkills
- Behavior management and enforcement
- Activity organization and leadership
- Skill development and teaching
- Child observation and evaluation
- Group reading sessions
- Basic needs assistance
- Material provision and exploration
- Child assimilation support
- Nutritional meal service
- Personal hygiene education
- Lesson support for high school students
- Focus maintenance in learning environments
Professional Certifications And Development
- Childcare 1&2, 01/01/07
- Assistant Childcare Teacher, 01/01/07
- Child Abuse & Neglect, 01/01/07
- Shaken Baby Syndrome’s, 01/01/07
- Early Childhood Education – (CCII), 01/01/07
- Lead Teacher, 01/01/07
- Infant – Toddler Care Course, 01/01/07
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
- Special Education License obtained June 2025.
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Timeline
Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Tool
10.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Kelly's Teacher's on Call Company
10.2020 - 06.2024
Lead Teacher
Grisby Learning Development Centers
07.2009 - 02.2010
Clerical Assistant
Stella's Property Management
01.2008 - 01.2009
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Lead Teacher Certificate -
Community Coordinated Childcare
General Education Diploma -
West Division School of the Arts
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