Lauren Whiteaker
Winchester,Virginia
Summary
Dedicated SpEd Paraprofessional at Loudoun County Public Schools, skilled in implementing special education strategies and fostering social skills development. Enhanced student engagement through tailored instructional support and positive reinforcement, while effectively collaborating with teachers to create inclusive learning environments. Committed to monitoring progress and adapting to diverse learning needs for optimal student success. Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 16 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional
Loudoun County Public Schools
12.2009 - Current
- Provided one-on-one assistance for students with various disabilities, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in planning engaging educational activities, increasing student motivation and participation during lessons.
- Supported the implementation of differentiated instruction strategies, enabling all students to access grade-level curriculum effectively.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to teacher
- Contributed to a safe school environment by supervising students during transitions and class time
- Enhanced student understanding by providing individualized support and accommodations for diverse learning needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Coordinated with general education teachers, contributing valuable insights about students'' strengths and challenges within the inclusion setting.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce concepts and skills taught during whole-class lessons.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through the implementation of targeted interventions and ongoing encouragement.
- Monitored accommodations during standardized testing periods, upholding the integrity of assessment results while meeting individual student needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA04-2006
Skills
- Social skills development
- Patience and empathy
- Special education strategies
- Classroom organization
- Instructional support
- Positive reinforcement
- Inclusion support
- Collaboration with teachers
- Data collection
- Visual supports
- Behavioral interventions
- Nonverbal communication
- Teaching strategies
- Progress monitoring
- IEP implementation
- Teacher assistance
- Special needs
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Loudoun County Public Schools
12.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Eastern Mennonite University
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