Linda Sherer
Summary
Enthusiastic paraprofessional, experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, and other education-related activities as assigned.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Bessemer City Schools
2023.08 - 2024.05
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Retired Teacher
Bibb County Board of Education
1973.11 - 2011.05
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.1976
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Miles College
Fairfield, AL05.1973
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Teacher Support
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Bessemer City Schools
2023.08 - 2024.05
Retired Teacher
Bibb County Board of Education
1973.11 - 2011.05
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Alabama State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Miles College
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