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Kimberly Moss

Smyrna

Summary

Paraprofessional with several years of experience assisting classroom teachers and promoting individualized learning techniques. Certified in first aid and CPR. Dedicated to encouraging and motivating students. An attentive professional brings a solid background in neurodiverse instruction and classroom management. Compassionate academic professional with a strong commitment to building welcoming and inclusive learning environments. Supports teachers with administrative assistance, classroom documentation, and supplemental instruction.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Mill Creek Elementary School
Nolensville
08.2017 - Current
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
  • Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
  • Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
  • Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.

Child Care Leader

Mill Creek Elementary School - SACC Group
Nolensville
10.2016 - 01.2024
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss best practices for engaging young learners.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
  • Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Provided a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.

Substitute Teacher

Pesg
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Taught in grades pre k to 8th grade
  • As the teacher in regular and special Ed
  • Also EA in Special Ed
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher till student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day to day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.

Substitute Teacher

Advantage XPO
08.2004 - 05.2016
  • Teacher and EA for Special Ed
  • Regular Classroom Teacher
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher till student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Uphold classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.

Child Care Lead Teacher

Rock Springs Academy
Smyrna
05.2009 - 01.2013
  • Worked with school children ages 5 - 12
  • Made Monthly, daily Lessons planned Activities for crafts.
  • Reported any concerns regarding a child's safety or well-being to the supervisor immediately.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
  • Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.

Lead Teacher

Parker House Child Care
Smyrna
10.2001 - 05.2007
  • Worked with schoolchildren ages 5 to 12.
  • I made monthly plans, daily lessons, and organized activities for crafts.
  • Planned and organized a variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

Educational Assistant

Rutherford County Schools
10.2005 - 04.2007
  • Special Ed Assistant Grades K - 5
  • Taking them to Related Arts/Feeding/
  • Putting on bus
  • Working with them on their tasks
  • Working in groups

Substitute Teacher

Adecco
08.2002 - 05.2004
  • Teacher and EA for Special Ed
  • Regular Classroom Teacher

Lunch Aide

Twinsburg City Schools
Twinsburg
08.1993 - 06.2001
  • Helped students with their lunches.

Oversaw behavior in the cafeteria and on the playground.

Educational Assistant

Twinsburg City School
Twinsburg
10.1991 - 06.2001
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
  • Managed a class of special education students in the absence of the lead teacher.
  • Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.

Bus Aide

Twinsburg City School District
Twinsburg
01.1991 - 12.1992
  • Adhered to local district policies and procedures related to student transportation safety.
  • Accompanied driver and children on bus route to keep students safe and protected.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN
08-2025

Bachlors of Arts - Educational Studies in Special Education And Elementary Education, education Gen ED. & Special Education

Western Governors University
11.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Bachlor of Arts Education Studies Special &element

Western Governors University
11-2023

Education Programs -

Columbia State Comunity College
10.2016

Skills

  • Student assistance
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Self-motivation

  • Individualized education plans
  • Effective communication
  • Social development support
  • Relationship building skills
  • Teacher assistance

Accomplishments

Orientation and Leadership Training Certificate, Hemophilia Foundation of Middle Tennessee, 2012 - 2024

Volunteer Experience

Hemophilia Foundation, Child Care Activities Coordinator, 06/01/12 - 2024, In charge of a group of kids for the Hemophilia Foundation. Plan activities and take around 100 kids on field trips in Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga, TN.

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Mill Creek Elementary School
08.2017 - Current

Child Care Leader

Mill Creek Elementary School - SACC Group
10.2016 - 01.2024

Substitute Teacher

Pesg
08.2016 - 05.2017

Child Care Lead Teacher

Rock Springs Academy
05.2009 - 01.2013

Educational Assistant

Rutherford County Schools
10.2005 - 04.2007

Substitute Teacher

Advantage XPO
08.2004 - 05.2016

Substitute Teacher

Adecco
08.2002 - 05.2004

Lead Teacher

Parker House Child Care
10.2001 - 05.2007

Lunch Aide

Twinsburg City Schools
08.1993 - 06.2001

Educational Assistant

Twinsburg City School
10.1991 - 06.2001

Bus Aide

Twinsburg City School District
01.1991 - 12.1992

Master of Arts - Special Education

Lipscomb University

Bachlors of Arts - Educational Studies in Special Education And Elementary Education, education Gen ED. & Special Education

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Arts - Bachlor of Arts Education Studies Special &element

Western Governors University

Education Programs -

Columbia State Comunity College
Kimberly Moss