Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Basic sign language to communicate with autistic or disabled persons
Additional Information
Timeline
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Kayleigh Snyder

Summary

Proven Paraprofessional with extensive experience in educational support and disability awareness. I am a 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, behavior management and technology. Expert in differentiated instruction and behavior management, I excel in creating engaging learning environments and improving student outcomes. Skilled in CPR, First Aid, and seizure plans, my approach enhances both safety and educational achievements.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Family Ties and Home Care
08.2023 - Current

My position consists of assisting the teacher with teaching concepts and translating information to autistic or disabled students for them to understand better.

This includes:

  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • 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.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to my employer.
  • Escorting students around school building and to transportation.
  • Assist with potty training, toilet hygiene, and other life skills.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
  • Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
  • Minimize classroom disruptions and deal with behavioral outbursts.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.

Assistant Group Supervisor

Hopwood Child Care
11.2020 - 08.2023

I was responsible for the care of children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years old, and the facilities certified outdoor classroom which included different animals and a garden. In my position, I supervised a group of children while contributing to their social and educational development. This daycare facility practiced Reggio Emilia inspired care.

This included:

  • Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote language development, fine motor skills, and gross motor skills.
  • Facilitated learning life skills through gardening, animal care, and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
  • Trained new on coming staff to follow our rules, schedules, and keep up with our lively environment.
  • Change diapers, assisted in potty training, and toilet hygiene.
  • Dispense snacks and meals to children the guardians of each child send in.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed record on enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
  • Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
  • Communicate effectively to guardians about their dependents growth and well being.

Assistant Group Supervisor

Little Blessings Daycare
08.2019 - 11.2020
  • I was responsible for the care of children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. In my position, I would supervise a set number of children while contributing to their social and educational development.

This included:

  • assisting in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
  • Creating and implementing activities to promote language development, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and life skills.
  • Improve daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
  • Enforce rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Encourage good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Manage daily routines efficiently while ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption in the daycare setting.
  • Training new coming employees to keep up with our facilities happy atmosphere and expectations.
  • Collaborate effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication channels and ongoing collaboration on their child''s care plan requirements.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed record on enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
  • Change diapers and assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Dispense snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.

Education

Cognitive Psychology And Human Development

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus
2201 University Dr, Lemont Furnace, PA 15456

High School Diploma -

Laurel Highlands Senior High School
Uniontown, PA
06.2020

Skills

    • Classroom support
    • Teacher Support
    • Differentiated Instruction
    • Educational Support
    • Disability Awareness
    • CPR and First Aid
      • Crisis Management
      • Crisis Intervention
      • Behavior Modification
      • IEP familiarity
      • Behavior Management
      • Helping Students with Special Needs

Certification

  • CPR
  • Child Abuse Certification
  • Fire and Safety Certification
  • Mandated Reporter

Basic sign language to communicate with autistic or disabled persons

I have gained basic knowledge of sign language through online trainings and communicating with autistic and disabled children in my care. This includes signing my name and basic requests such as help, all done, stop, bathroom, eat, drink, and break.

Additional Information

I am a fast learning with a keen eye for details. I would like to broaden my knowledge and continue to grow new skills through hands on tasks and training. I have a passion for helping others that never dulls. I am great with time management and building relationships with others.

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Family Ties and Home Care
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Group Supervisor

Hopwood Child Care
11.2020 - 08.2023

Assistant Group Supervisor

Little Blessings Daycare
08.2019 - 11.2020

Cognitive Psychology And Human Development

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus

High School Diploma -

Laurel Highlands Senior High School
Kayleigh Snyder