Mary Sprawls
Batesville
Summary
At Uvalde CISD, I leveraged my expertise in IEP compliance and student advocacy to enhance learning for special education students. Through collaborative efforts with teachers and tailored instructional support, I significantly improved classroom environments and student outcomes. My approach, blending empathy with effective behavior management techniques, fostered positive, inclusive educational experiences.
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 20 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Uvalde CISD
08.2004 - 11.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student''s unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely communication with parents and other stakeholders regarding individual achievements and areas needing improvement.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion within the school community by modeling respectful interactions and encouraging open communication among all stakeholders involved in the education of special needs students.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South West Texas Jr. College
Uvalde08-2005
High School Diploma -
Uvalde High School
Uvalde, TX05-1993
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Progress monitoring
- Collaboration with teachers
- Teaching and instruction
- Student advocacy
- Instructional support
- Student supervision
- Seizure management
- Experienced with [technology]
- Mathematics intervention
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Campus Assistant Testing Coordinator
- Create Student Servicing Schedule for the Special Education Team
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Uvalde CISD
08.2004 - 11.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South West Texas Jr. College
High School Diploma -
Uvalde High School
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