Lesley Armstead
Waldorf,STATE_US
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with expertise in IEP compliance and instructional support. Proven ability to foster academic progress and create engaging learning environments for students with diverse needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
CCBOE
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Supported individualized education plans, fostering academic progress for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted teachers in implementing instructional strategies and adapting materials for varying abilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with special education regulations and best practices.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage engagement and participation.
Teachers Assistant
Children of America
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and teachers to enhance learning experiences
- Organized classroom resources and supplies to maintain an effective learning environment.
- Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
Stay at Home Parent
Myself
05.2015 - 08.2021
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring efficient time allocation for educational and recreational activities.
- Developed age-appropriate learning materials to foster cognitive and social skills in children.
- Coordinated playdates and extracurricular activities to enhance social development and community engagement.
- Implemented meal planning and preparation strategies promoting healthy eating habits for family members.
- Established routines that fostered discipline while encouraging creativity and exploration in a nurturing environment.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westering High School
South Africa Port Elizabeth No Degree - Basic Computer Course
Cape Computer College
South Africa Port Elizabeth 05-2009
No Degree - Office Literacy Course
Cape Computer College
South Africa Port Elizabeth 05-2009
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Instructional support
- Nonverbal communication
- Crisis intervention
Languages
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
CCBOE
01.2022 - 12.2024
Teachers Assistant
Children of America
08.2021 - 11.2021
Stay at Home Parent
Myself
05.2015 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Westering High School
No Degree - Basic Computer Course
Cape Computer College
No Degree - Office Literacy Course
Cape Computer College