Melinda True
Chatham,IL
Summary
Motivated Paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with 3.5 years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional, Special Education
Ball Chatham School Dist
Chatham, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
Assistant Director/ Teacher
Bright Beginnings Daycare
Chatham, IL
04.2014 - 06.2021
- Developed and managed a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to brainstorm ideas for classroom activities.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
Receptionist
Farrow Dental Office
Springfield, IL
08.1998 - 02.2014
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
Education
Education Studies - Educatiation
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN05-2024
Skills
- Classroom support
- Special Education Support
- IEP compliance
- Schedule Management
- Educational assistance
- Small Group Instruction
- Teacher Support
- Student Health and Safety
- Relationship Building
- Helping Students with Special Needs
Accomplishments
- Have Dreams certification -10/23.
- Child Development Associate certification (CDA) -5/19
Timeline
Paraprofessional, Special Education
Ball Chatham School Dist
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Director/ Teacher
Bright Beginnings Daycare
04.2014 - 06.2021
Receptionist
Farrow Dental Office
08.1998 - 02.2014
Education Studies - Educatiation
American College of Education
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