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Katherine Crooke

Mobile,AL

Summary

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Meeting each individual student where they are and helping them grow to be confident strong learners.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Housing Assistant

Salvation Army Family Haven
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintaining structure and compliance with residents in our shelter.
  • Administering drug test to new incoming residents
  • Assigning laundry times, and chores to residents
  • Conducting room checks to make sure residents are keeping rooms in order and following all rules of the Agency while living here.
  • Resolving conflict and directing residents to the proper person.
  • Transporting residents to and from appointments when needed.
  • Answering phones.
  • Making sure the office area is clean and presentable.
  • Taking over the phone pre intake assessments for potential residents in our facility.
  • Writing resident disiplinaries when needed.
  • Greeting non residents at the door, as it is a locked facility and taking care of the needs they may have and or directing them to the proper person.

Educational Assistant

Springfield Oregon School Dist. 19
12.2014 - 09.2022
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Increased parent involvement by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly, staying current on pedagogical trends and incorporating new strategies into teaching practices.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
  • Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.
  • Managed resources efficiently by organizing materials, tracking inventory, and preparing resources necessary for daily instruction.
  • Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
  • Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Willemette Hight School
Eugene, Oregon
06.1998

Skills

  • Family Communication
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Classroom Management
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Materials Preparation
  • Teacher Support
  • Motivational Techniques
  • Test Preparation
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Student assessment
  • Elementary Education
  • Behavioral support
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Test Proctoring
  • Educational assistance
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Educational Support
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Individualized Educational Plans
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Student Supervision
  • Safety understanding
  • Reporting Requirements

Certification

Safe from Harm training

Timeline

Housing Assistant

Salvation Army Family Haven
01.2023 - Current

Educational Assistant

Springfield Oregon School Dist. 19
12.2014 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Willemette Hight School

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