Mandy Crosby
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Motivated and caring paraprofessional offers lesson plans reinforcement, student supervision and data collection expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
- Conducted formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
LAP Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
09.2021 - 02.2025
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
Special Education Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
10.2015 - 08.2021
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with learning disabilities and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with school psychologists, speech therapists, social workers, and other professionals to develop appropriate educational strategies.
- Developed materials such as worksheets, flashcards, charts, games, and other activities tailored to meet the specific needs of each student.
- Instructed students with varying abilities and needs in alignment with IEP objectives while delivering personalized and small group lessons.
School Support Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
- Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
- Assisted teachers with record keeping tasks such as attendance taking and grading papers.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through reinforcement of expectations established by the school district or classroom teacher.
Preschool Special Education Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Clark College
Vancouver, WA06-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Student Engagement
- Progress Monitoring
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Lesson Planning
Certification
From the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction:
- General Paraeducator Certificate 11/24/2021
- Advanced Paraeducator Certificate 4/03/2023
- Elementary Education Anticipated Graduation Date: June 2025 from Western Governors University
Timeline
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Puyallup School District
02.2025 - 05.2025
LAP Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
09.2021 - 02.2025
Special Education Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
10.2015 - 08.2021
School Support Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
10.2014 - 10.2015
Preschool Special Education Paraeducator
Puyallup School District
03.2014 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Clark College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
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