Krystal Hood
Chicago,IL
Summary
Goal-oriented Lead Paraprofessional caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Paraprofessional
Excel Academy Charter Schools
2022.08 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted students that posses and IEP (Individual Education Program
- Managed classroom of 4 or more diverse learners
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Offered student support through special accommodations/modifications, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
SECA
Chicago Public Schools CPS-Whistler Elementary
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of lead teacher while adhering to accommodations and modifications for students that posses an IEP ( individualized education program)
- One-on-one care for students with severe disabilities such as cognitive developmental delay
Miscellaneous
Chicago Public Schools CPS John Whistler
2021.10 - 2022.05
- Assisting principal and staff members with various tasks throughout the school.
- Currently standing in as gym teacher for all grades
- Helping students with studies and preparations in between class periods
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Direct Support Professional
Help At Home
2020.01 - 2021.10
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
School Custodian
Chicago Public Schools CPS
2019.11 - 2020.12
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
- Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Completed routine floor stripping, sealing, and finishing.
Education
Associate of Arts -
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL06.2024
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Assisting principal and staff members with various tasks throughout the school.
- Currently standing in as gym teacher for all grades
- Helping students with studies and preparations in between class periods
- Attention to Detail
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Behavior Management
Accomplishments
- Helped train 2 new teaching assistants and teaching aides.
- Collaborated with teacher to improve English and Science scores on standardized tests
- Supervised 20 special needs students enrolled in Freshman through senior year.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- ELS (Para)License - 03/24/2022 through 06/30/2027
Additional Information
Assistant Girls Volleyball Coach 2022 to present. 2nd Place ASN Championship 2024
Timeline
Lead Paraprofessional
Excel Academy Charter Schools
2022.08 - Current
SECA
Chicago Public Schools CPS-Whistler Elementary
2022.05 - 2022.08
Miscellaneous
Chicago Public Schools CPS John Whistler
2021.10 - 2022.05
Direct Support Professional
Help At Home
2020.01 - 2021.10
School Custodian
Chicago Public Schools CPS
2019.11 - 2020.12
Associate of Arts -
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College
- ELS (Para)License - 03/24/2022 through 06/30/2027
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