Kelly Moraller
Shrewsbury,NJ
Summary
Experienced with educational support, assisting in development and implementation of classroom activities. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster supportive and engaging learning environment. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and instructional support.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
1:1 Paraprofessional
Mahala Atchinson School
01.2021 - Current
- Implemented ABA teaching and behavioral strategies, discrete trial method and errorless teaching method, VB-Mapp and ABYLLS.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
Classroom Paraprofessional
Mahala Atchinson School
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Worked 1:1 and in small/large groups to develop fine/gross motor skills.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Reading Teacher
Shrewsbury Boro School
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Administered pre and post assessments in phonological awareness to determine appropriate intervention for students.
- Demonstrated a variety of instructional strategies to provide reading support to students of all ability levels.
- Provided reading instruction to students in small groups using guided reading strategies.
- Established and maintained open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, and teachers.
- Evaluated performance using formal and informal assessments, anecdotal data, observation and formative assessments.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through the use of higher-level questioning techniques during class discussions and written assignments.
Paraprofessional
Shrewsbury Boro School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
5th/6th grade teacher
St. Benedict School
01.1996 - 04.2003
- Developed and implemented learning centers in reading and language arts.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies.
- Utilized DRA’s and DRTA’s within classroom.
- Conducted student reading assessments and maintained running reading records.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s progress through regular conferences, emails, phone calls, and written reports.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
- Selected summer reading selections for grades 1-8.
- Provided supplementary reading and aid to struggling readers. grades 5/6.
- Comprehension strategy training including retelling, summarizing, sequencing, recognizing story structure, self-monitoring and questioning for understanding
- Mentored new educators in effective instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of 5th/6th-grade learners, ensuring each student had an opportunity to succeed academically.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in education and maintain state certification requirements.
- Organized school-wide events such as field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular clubs to enrich the educational experience for all students.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Education
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJBachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Montclair State University
Skills
CPI certified
Sensory diet trained
Proficient in ABC data collecting
Skilled in prompt collection
Timeline
1:1 Paraprofessional
Mahala Atchinson School
01.2021 - Current
Classroom Paraprofessional
Mahala Atchinson School
01.2015 - 01.2021
Reading Teacher
Shrewsbury Boro School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Paraprofessional
Shrewsbury Boro School
01.2013 - 01.2014
5th/6th grade teacher
St. Benedict School
01.1996 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Montclair State University
Master of Arts - Reading Education
Montclair State University
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