Kelly Gazzana
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic paraprofessional with a passion for supporting students with special needs. Skilled in developing and executing personalized learning plans, excels at creating an inclusive classroom environment. Personable approach, excels at building rapport with students and providing individualized one-on-one support. Known for strong organizational abilities, adept at prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Sped Paraprofessional
Thomas MacLaren School
09.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one assistance for students with various disabilities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Contributed to a safe school environment by supervising students during transitions, lunch periods, and extracurricular activities.
- Aided students in developing self-advocacy skills, empowering them to take ownership of their learning experiences.
- Participated in team meetings to review student progress and collaboratively plan for future instructional decisions.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce concepts and skills taught during whole-class lessons.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through the implementation of targeted interventions and ongoing encouragement.
- Monitored accommodations during standardized testing periods, upholding the integrity of assessment results while meeting individual student needs.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
Owner
Self Employed- Esthetician
07.2011 - Current
- Educated clients on proper skincare routine maintenance and guided them in selecting appropriate home care products.
- Established long-lasting relationships with clients by providing personalized care and consistently delivering outstanding results.
- Analyzed skin condition and made appropriate product recommendations.
- Fostered friendly, warm, and exceptional customer experience.
- Performed waxing/tinting, body wrap application, and gentle exfoliation to improve overall skin condition.
- Developed customized facial treatments for individual clients to address specific skin care needs.
- Flexibly worked evenings and weekends.
- Created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boerne High School
Boerne, TXEsthetician License - undefined
Charleston Cosmetology Institute
Charleston, SCCertified Laser Specialist - undefined
Rocky Mountain Lazer College
Denver, COGeneral Studies
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCSkills
- Cultivates optimism in challenging situations
- Interpersonal skills enhancement
- Supportive communication skills
- Coordination skills improvement
- Tailored learning strategies for special education
- Learning facilitation
- Effective classroom management
- Diversity inclusion support
- Teamwork with faculty members
- Mathematics assistance
- Behavioral modification techniques
- Emotional management
- Individualized education plan execution
Certification
CPR
CPI - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Trained Med Delegate
Timeline
Middle School Sped Paraprofessional
Thomas MacLaren School
09.2023 - Current
Owner
Self Employed- Esthetician
07.2011 - Current
Esthetician License - undefined
Charleston Cosmetology Institute
Certified Laser Specialist - undefined
Rocky Mountain Lazer College
High School Diploma -
Boerne High School
General Studies
Trident Technical College
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