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Marlana Velasquez

Plant City,FL

Summary

Experienced paraprofessional bringing in-depth knowledge of classroom environments and student behavior management. Skills include individualized instruction, special education support, and collaboration with teachers to plan and implement lessons. Positively impacted students' learning experience through personalized attention and consistent engagement.

Work History

Paraprofessional

Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, FL
07/08/97 - Current
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
  • Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
  • Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
  • Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Prepared classroom materials and educational resources for daily lessons.
  • Facilitated small group learning sessions to reinforce lesson objectives.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
  • Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
  • Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
  • Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
  • Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.
  • Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Florida Metropolitan University
Tampa, FL
09-2004

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Activity Oversight
  • Special Education Support
  • IEP compliance
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Classroom support
  • Documentation
  • Clerical Support
  • Storytelling
  • Arts and crafts
  • Teacher Support
  • Behavior Management
  • Educational Support
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Elementary Education
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Student Supervision
  • Classroom Organization
  • Special Education
  • Effective Communication
  • Classroom Management
  • Preparing Instructional Materials
  • Disability Awareness
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Hillsborough County Public Schools
07/08/97 - Current

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Florida Metropolitan University
Marlana Velasquez