Lakeya Kilgore
Ennis,TX
Summary
Compassionate professional in special education support, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, individualized education plan implementation, and adaptive learning technologies. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring successful student engagement and progress.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ennis Independent School District
Ennis, TX
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Corsicana Independent School District
Corsicana, TX
06.2002 - 03.2023
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Participated in meetings with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, outside agencies regarding student's progress.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
Education
Master of Science - Education W/ Conc Autism Intervention
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2025
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology W/conc Child & Adolescent Development
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12-2019
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Special education instruction
- Classroom management
- Emotional support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Communication skills
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Crisis intervention
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Therapeutic Restraint Training
- Confidentiality procedures
- Behavior analysis
- Visual schedules
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Student Safety Protocols
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom organization
- Student supervision
- Lesson plan implementation
- Classroom inclusion
- Disability rights
- Special education law
- Teacher assistance
Accomplishments
- Graduated Cum Laude
Affiliations
- Help feed the homeless
- Gardening
- Yoga
- Lung Cancer Awareness supporter
Certification
- Registerd Behavior Technician- 9/2/22 (expired-need renwal)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ennis Independent School District
03.2023 - 02.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Corsicana Independent School District
06.2002 - 03.2023
Master of Science - Education W/ Conc Autism Intervention
University of North Texas
Master of Arts - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology W/conc Child & Adolescent Development
Southern New Hampshire University
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