Melinda Sanford
Fairhope,Alabama
Summary
Dynamic Paraprofessional and Pre-K Teacher with a proven track record at Fairhope West Elementary School, excelling in behavior management and effective communication. Enhanced student engagement and supported diverse learners, achieving notable improvements in classroom management and learning outcomes. Expert in teacher support and classroom organization, fostering positive educational environments. Worked well as a team player with other teachers and staff.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Fairhope West Elementary School
Fairhope, AL
02.2017 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse needs
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Pre-K Teacher, Mother's Day Out
Hoover Church Of Christ
Hoover, AL
08.1999 - 05.2002
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters. Fostered a love of learning among students by maintaining an energetic teaching style and incorporating creative, interactive elements into lessons.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
- Organized engaging field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, enhancing student understanding of real-world applications of concepts learned in class.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Environmental Sciences/Family And Consumer
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL12.1994
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Teacher Support
- Classroom support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Fairhope West Elementary School
02.2017 - Current
Pre-K Teacher, Mother's Day Out
Hoover Church Of Christ
08.1999 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - Human Environmental Sciences/Family And Consumer
University of North Alabama