Katherine Brandfield

Sub. Special Education Teacher Assistant

Los Angeles Office Of Education

Downey, CA

06.2000 - 09.2001

Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Helped special education teachers determine specific needs for individuals with exceptional needs.
Aided special education teachers in delivering important services for individuals with exceptionalities.
Increased proficiencies by attending professional developmental workshops on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Maintained student-centered, supportive environment in delivering learning experiences.
Delivered individual services and instruction support to students and coworkers.
Contacted parents to discuss student progress and set up meetings.
Translated in Language during parent conferences and meetings.
Worked with students in home environments using tailored behavioral plan.
Implemented lessons initiated by teacher or related services personnel.
Communicated with students, teachers, staff and parents to main effective relationships for student and program growth.
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Provided mobility and personal care support to students with physical limitations.
Escorted students to different school locations to provide ongoing assistance.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Assisted in instructional processes by communicating perceptions of student progress and needs to teacher.
Played essential role in delivering individualized services and supporting instruction.