Mary Gaines
Maringouin,LA
Summary
Skilled education professional with strong expertise in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Proven ability to enhance student success through effective strategies, patience, and adaptability. Excellent collaborator, known for fostering positive relationships within educational teams and contributing to productive learning environment. Strong skills in behavior management, individualized instruction, and communication. Reliable, flexible, and results-driven.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Holistic Health Care Services
09.2007 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Paraprofessional
EBRSCHOOLS
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Paraprofessional Educator
PCPSCHOOLS
08.2007 - 10.2011
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by monitoring student activities and adhering to school safety protocols at all times.
Paraprofessional Educator/Teacher
CDI Head Start
08.1998 - 05.2007
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Supported teachers in grading assignments, ensuring timely feedback for students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education/Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2011
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Louisiana Tech College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2003
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Relationship Building
- Records Management
- Daily living activities assistance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Paraprofessional
EBRSCHOOLS
08.2014 - 05.2022
Caregiver
Holistic Health Care Services
09.2007 - Current
Paraprofessional Educator
PCPSCHOOLS
08.2007 - 10.2011
Paraprofessional Educator/Teacher
CDI Head Start
08.1998 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education/Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Louisiana Tech College
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