Krystal Gafford
Grand Prairie
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional skilled in classroom management and behavioral strategies. Expertise in fostering positive relationships with students and colleagues to enhance learning environments. Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts. Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
GPISD
Grand Prairie
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Supported students with individualized learning needs and behavioral challenges.
- Maintained classroom materials and organized educational resources effectively.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
Instructor
Gideon Math And Reading
Irving
11.2013 - 04.2014
- Developed engaging lesson plans for math and reading instruction.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions in various subjects for diverse learners.
CSR, Sales
Papa John's Pizza
Irving
07.2008 - 07.2011
- Assisted customers with orders and provided menu recommendations.
- Managed cash register operations and handled customer transactions.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean work environment.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Northlake College
Irving, TX05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Gcu
Arizona City, AZSkills
- Classroom management
- Behavioral strategies
- Customer service
- Student supervision
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Teaching assistance
- Elementary education
- Child development
Accomplishments
president's list
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
GPISD
07.2024 - 09.2025
Instructor
Gideon Math And Reading
11.2013 - 04.2014
CSR, Sales
Papa John's Pizza
07.2008 - 07.2011
Associate of Arts - Education
Northlake College
Bachelor of Science - Education
Gcu