Kaylin Cochran
Burien,WA
Summary
Paraprofessional offers over 10 years in PreK-12th grade classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management. I am an enthusiastic Paraeducator polished in curriculum development, behavior management and recordkeeping. Adaptable and accommodating professional with over 15 years of hands-on experience assisting instructional support service and classroom teachers. Commended for consistently providing children with necessary learning tools to advance and build knowledge for success. I am a Paraprofessional versed in planning and setting up classrooms conducive to learning process, as well as individual and social development. CPR and First Aid certified. I am also certified in Special Education Matters through Washington State ESD.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ILC Paraeducator
Highline School District
Burien, WA
11.2011 - Current
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions and treatment results.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Spoke with parents about children's educational outcomes while observing behaviors and promoting sensitivity to each child's needs and condition.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Managed workflows of classroom volunteers and trained on school procedures.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Bryman College
SeaTac, WA07.2002
High School Diploma -
Foster High School
Tukwila, WA06.1993
Skills
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Instructing Small Groups
- Effective Communication
- Positive Learning Environment
- Documenting Behaviors
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Individual Student Assistance
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Classroom Technology
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Organization and Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Group Classes
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Nonviolent Intervention
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Classroom Inclusion
- Reading and Writing Support
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- School Administration
- Classroom Management
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Individualized Educational Plans
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Microsoft Office
- Games and Manipulatives
- Student Health and Safety
- Multicultural Awareness
- Creating Visual Displays
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Behavioral Modeling
- Behavioral Coaching
- First Aid
- Adult AED and CPR
- Mathematics Instruction
- State Certification and Accreditation
- Role Playing and Interaction Methods
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Special Education
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Lessons and Activities
- Computer and Software Instruction
- Technical and Computer Proficiency
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Early Childhood Training
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Behavioral Disorders
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
Timeline
ILC Paraeducator
Highline School District
11.2011 - Current
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Bryman College
High School Diploma -
Foster High School