McKinsey Taylor
Smiths Station,AL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator currently pursuing licensure in Special Education through the CDC program. Experienced in working with children across both general education and special education settings, with a strong understanding of diverse learning needs. Passionate about creating inclusive, nurturing environments where all children and adults feel safe, valued, and supported. Committed to fostering emotional well-being, academic growth, and meaningful connections in every educational space.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional (CDC)
Knox County Schools (ESS)
02.2024 - 05.2025
- 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.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
After-School Youth Counselor
Wesley House Community Center
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
- Created and implemented individualized plans for individual youth.
Education
Volunteer High School
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Student advocacy
- Nonverbal communication
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Crisis intervention
- Visual schedules
- Seizure management
- Experienced with AAC
- Data collection
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional (CDC)
Knox County Schools (ESS)
02.2024 - 05.2025
After-School Youth Counselor
Wesley House Community Center
08.2023 - 02.2024
Volunteer High School
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