Kelly Samia
Puyallup
Summary
Attentive Paraprofessional Educator adept at supporting classroom operations to facilitate welcoming and positive learning atmosphere for all students. Well-versed in addressing student emotional, academic, and social needs, illustrated many years in similar roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Paraprofessional
Bethel School District
Puyallup
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and lesson preparation
- Supported individual student needs and learning accommodations
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, administrators.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to school rules and regulations.
- Provided guidance and support to students during instruction periods.
- Implemented strategies for meeting the social and emotional needs of students.
- Supported teachers in managing student behavior according to district policies.
- Supervised students during non-classroom times, including lunch and recess, to ensure a safe environment.
Assistant Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
Puyallup
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson planning.
- Maintained a clean and safe learning environment for all students.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that encouraged creativity and exploration.
- Communicated with parents about student progress and classroom events.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
CHILDCARE ASSISTANT
Rose's Daycare and Preschool
Aurora
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Communicated with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting toys and surfaces.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors and naps.
- Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
- Recommended and initiated other measures to control behavior, such as caring for own clothing and picking up toys and books.
- Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.
Skills
- Planning and leading activities
- Behavior management techniques
- Child supervision
- Safety protocols
- Issue resolution
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Behavioral support
- Classroom supervision
- Teacher assistance
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Substitute Paraprofessional
Bethel School District
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
La Petite Academy Inc.
09.2024 - 03.2025
CHILDCARE ASSISTANT
Rose's Daycare and Preschool
03.2019 - 08.2020
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