Mary Stevenson
Paraprofessional
New Iberia,LA
Summary
Enthusiastic Paraprofessional , experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing and math instruction and other education-related activities as assigned.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Iberia Parish School
New Iberia, Louisiana
Oct.2021 - May.2023
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Iberia Parish School Board
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing classroom atmosphere.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and updated individualized education plans accordingly.
- Communicated regularly with parents, providing updates on their child''s progress and discussing strategies for improvement.
- Supported students during transitions, promoting independence and self-confidence in new environments.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, helping them achieve academic success.
- Assisted teachers in modifying curriculum content according to students'' unique needs, ensuring equal access to learning opportunities.
Security Supervisor
Lafayette General Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Closely monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action when necessary.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
Early Childhood Educator
SMILE Headstart
10.2012 - 05.2016
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Child Welfare Specialist 2
La Department of Children and Family Services
05.2007 - 05.2011
- Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal service delivery for children and families.
- Strengthened client engagement by utilizing trauma-informed practices when engaging with children and families experiencing adversity.
- Contributed to improved inter-agency collaboration by participating in joint meetings, trainings, and initiatives focused on enhancing child welfare practice.
- Enhanced family reunification rates through diligent monitoring and support of parent-child visitations.
- Assisted in the placement of children into safe, nurturing foster homes by conducting comprehensive home studies.
- Improved child welfare outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored case plans.
- Enhanced public awareness of child welfare issues through community presentations and participation in local events promoting child safety and wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Southwestern Louisiana (now UL of La
Lafayette,LA05.1984
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Teacher Support
- Special Education Support
- Teacher Assistance
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Iberia Parish School
Oct.2021 - May.2023
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Iberia Parish School Board
10.2020 - 05.2021
Security Supervisor
Lafayette General Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2020
Early Childhood Educator
SMILE Headstart
10.2012 - 05.2016
Child Welfare Specialist 2
La Department of Children and Family Services
05.2007 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Southwestern Louisiana (now UL of La
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