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Kimberly Choate

Bryson,TX

Summary

Dedicated paraprofessional with a proven track record at Bryson ISD, enhancing student engagement through effective behavior management and individualized support. Skilled in developing tailored educational plans and fostering strong relationships with students and staff. Committed to promoting a positive learning environment while ensuring compliance with IEP standards.

Work History

Paraprofessional

Bryson ISD
  • 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.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • 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.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • 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.
  • Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
  • Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
  • Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Assisted in creating lesson plans that accommodated various learning styles, promoting inclusivity.
  • Coordinated with teachers to monitor student progress, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
  • Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
  • Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Monitored student safety during school outings, ensuring secure learning environment.
  • Engaged with students during extracurricular activities, supporting their interests beyond classroom.
  • Assisted in administration of standardized tests, facilitating smooth testing process.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.
  • Facilitated small group tutoring sessions for students struggling in math and reading.
  • Contributed to development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.
  • Adapted teaching materials for special education students, meeting diverse learning needs.
  • Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
  • Assisted in organization of school events, contributing to vibrant school culture.
  • Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.

Administrative Assistant/Paraprofessional

Graham ISD
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Negotiated with vendors to reduce office supply costs, leveraging bulk purchase agreements.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
  • Enhanced communication within office, establishing weekly newsletter summarizing key updates and achievements.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
  • Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
  • Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
  • Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
  • Managed scheduling for executive team, balancing complex calendars to ensure optimal use of time.
  • Developed filing system for historical documents, preserving important company records and improving access to information.
  • Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
  • Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
  • Utilized technology in classroom to enhance learning experiences.

Education

Basic Subjects, A Banking Class, Child Development

Graham ISD
Graham, TX
05.1994

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Special education support
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Teacher support
  • Patient
  • Classroom organization
  • Classroom support
  • CPR and first aid
  • Special education
  • Teacher assistance
  • Classroom management
  • Computer skills
  • Student supervision
  • Instructional support
  • Teacher support and collaboration
  • Student health and safety
  • Documentation
  • Small group instruction
  • Emotional support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Behavior improvements
  • Relationship building
  • Social skills training
  • Reading and writing support
  • Activity planning
  • Behavior modification
  • Progress monitoring
  • Supervising student activities
  • Teaching assistance
  • Parent communication
  • Classroom technology
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Disability awareness
  • Schedule management
  • IEP compliance
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • After-school programs
  • Educational assistance
  • Individual student assistance
  • Clerical support
  • Child development
  • Preparing instructional materials
  • Crisis management
  • Educational support
  • Reading intervention
  • Elementary education
  • Educational games
  • Creating visual displays
  • Activity oversight
  • Arts and crafts
  • Life skills training
  • Individual instruction
  • Social development and integration
  • Note-taking assistance
  • Student records management
  • Multicultural awareness
  • Assessment administration
  • Literacy support
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Social support
  • Enrichment activities
  • Test proctoring
  • Study skills development
  • Math intervention
  • Storytelling
  • Individualized educational plans
  • Laboratory monitoring
  • Activity implementation
  • Mathematics instruction
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Goal setting and monitoring
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Safety
  • Learning strategies

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Bryson ISD

Administrative Assistant/Paraprofessional

Graham ISD

Basic Subjects, A Banking Class, Child Development

Graham ISD
Kimberly Choate