Laura Tomlin
Amherst,NV
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in behavior management, effective communication, and supporting students with special needs. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through tailored instructional strategies.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Amherst County Public Schools
Madison Heights, VA
02.2001 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with special education staff to adapt instructional materials for various student abilities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators on academic performance and social behavior.
- Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learners.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with special education team to monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as needed.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents to ensure clarity on educational goals and progress.
- Developed engaging learning activities that cater to various abilities, enhancing student participation and understanding.
- 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.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student''s unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely communication with parents and other stakeholders regarding individual achievements and areas needing improvement.
- Coordinated with teachers to create inclusive lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom setting.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Facilitated administration and scoring of standardized tests and assessments to draw meaningful data regarding learning and growth.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
Data Entry Clerk
Lynchburg Public Works
Lynchburg
03.1992 - 01.2000
- Processed high-volume data entries with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline data entry procedures.
- Developed improved filing systems for enhanced document retrieval efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for data management, reducing errors significantly.
- Assisted in transitioning to new data management software, facilitating smoother operations.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of all assigned projects without sacrificing attention to detail.
- Created and maintained data entry logs to track data entry activities.
- Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special education support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher support
- Data collection
- Classroom organization
- Classroom support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Amherst County Public Schools
02.2001 - Current
Data Entry Clerk
Lynchburg Public Works
03.1992 - 01.2000