Lisa Fauver
Yakima,WA
Summary
Seasoned Paraprofessional excited grow professionally while helping students of different skill levels excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Ready to help students grow and learn through any type of support. Over 10 years of experience working with students with autism as well as those with behavioral challenges. Experience working with students of all ages. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance as well as the overall educational experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Resource Room Paraeducator
Yakima School District Ridgeview Elementary
Yakima
08.2023 - Current
- Instructed students in basic academic skills such as reading, writing, math, and social skills.
- Maintained a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop modifications to lesson plans based on the individual needs of each student.
- Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playground, and other areas.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Participated in meetings regarding IEPs and Behavior Intervention plans for students with special needs.
Resource Room Paraeducator
Yakima School District Davis High School
Yakima, Washington
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional support in both Resource Room as well as General Education Team-taught classroom setting.
- Provided feedback to teachers regarding student successes or challenges observed during instruction time.
- Assisted teachers with record keeping tasks such as attendance taking and grading papers.
- Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
- Maintained an orderly environment within assigned classrooms while promoting a safe learning atmosphere.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
Self-contained Classroom Paraeducator
Yakima School District Davis High School
Yakima, Washington
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing behavioral expectations and routines.
- Implemented behavioral interventions to support student success.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement personalized education plans.
- Guided small groups in academic activities to enhance comprehension and engagement.
- Provided lessons that focused on teaching basic life skills such as problem solving and decision making as well as work skills within the school setting and within the community.
- Supervised students during lunch, electives, and field trips.
- Administered standardized tests according to district policies and procedures.
Social Skills Training Paraeducator
Yakima School District Ridgeview Elementary
Yakima, Washington
01.2015 - 06.2018
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Instructed students in basic academic skills such as reading, writing, math, science and social skills.
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playground, and specialist.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement strategies.
- Monitored students' progress in skill and personal behavioral development and reported on findings to teachers and parents.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through reinforcement of expectations established by the school district, SST Program or classroom teacher.
- Participated in professional development to improve instructional support techniques.
Education
Associate of Arts - Associate in Arts And Science
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA 01.2012 - 06.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Yakima Valley College
Yakima, WA 09.1996 - 06.2001
Skills
- Instructional support
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Behavior monitoring
- Positive reinforcement
- Social development and integration
- Social-emotional support
- Social skills development
- Progress monitoring
- IEP compliance
- Special education practices
- Student accommodation
- Effective communication
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Timeline
Resource Room Paraeducator
Yakima School District Ridgeview Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Resource Room Paraeducator
Yakima School District Davis High School
02.2022 - 06.2023
Self-contained Classroom Paraeducator
Yakima School District Davis High School
08.2018 - 02.2022
Social Skills Training Paraeducator
Yakima School District Ridgeview Elementary
01.2015 - 06.2018
Associate of Arts - Associate in Arts And Science
Bellevue College
01.2012 - 06.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Yakima Valley College
09.1996 - 06.2001