Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with a background in assisting teachers with classroom activities. Knowledgeable in school safety, learning processes and individualized expression. Offering a successful career history comprising more than 15 years.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Aide- Special Education Assistant
The Philadelphia School District
Philadelphia, PA
11.2020 - Current
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas monitored, enforce rules, and supported lead teacher
Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
Director
Growing Together Learning Center
Upper Darby, PA
05.2018 - 03.2022
Hired and directed teams to achieve daily and long-term operations and business goals.
Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to strategically affect operational direction.
Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements
Lead Teacher
Growing Together Learning Center
Upper Darby, PA
06.2008 - 05.2018
Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
CNA
Manor Care
Yeadon, PA
01.1996 - 05.2005
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Obtained client's medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Harcum College
Bryn Mawr, PA
12.2016
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Philadelphia, PA
06.1992
Skills
Parental interaction
Skills strategies
Lesson plan implementation
Social and group settings
Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Paraprofessional Aide- Special Education Assistant
Elementary School Teacher at Universal Companies/ Philadelphia School DistrictElementary School Teacher at Universal Companies/ Philadelphia School District