Melissa Chapman
Sedro-Woolley,WA
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Paraprofessional Educator with experience providing on-on- one support for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs. Experienced in behavior and de-escalation, IEP implementation, and elopement prevention. Committed to fostering a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom while supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development through collaboration and individualized care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sedro-Woolley School District Para Professional
Sedro-Woolley School Dist.
03.2026 - Current
- Delivered individualized 1:1 support for a student with significant behavior challenges
- Documented students progress and communicated with the the educational team.
- Used proactive behavior management techniques, positive reinforcement, and de-escalation strategies to reduce challenging behavior
- Maintained constant supervision to ensure safety, particularly during periods of behavior escalation and elopement
Family Caregiver/Household Manager
Family - Self-employeed
07.2020 - 09.2025
- Developing strong multitasking and organizational skills while managing a busy household.
- Handling daily problem-solving, conflict resolution, and time sensitive decision making
- Providing full time care for an elderly and infant family member including assistance with daily living activities such as meal preparation, medication management, transportation and hygiene.
HABA Clerk
Fred Meyer
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandises from delivery trucks
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Maintained inventory and ordered new supplies to meet expected needs.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
School Age Lead Teacher
Kids N US
05.2013 - 08.2019
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy, conflict- resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations and behaviors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marysville Pilchuck High School
Marysville, WA06.2007
Skills
- Quick learner and adaptable to new environments
- Strong attention to detail
- Time management and multi- tasking
- Team oriented with a positive attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Comfortable with physical tasks and standing long periods fo time
- Classroom management
- Data collection and documentation
- Complies with all company policies, procedures, and Fair Housing laws
- IEP/ 504 implementation
- Student supervision
- Campus safety
Timeline
Sedro-Woolley School District Para Professional
Sedro-Woolley School Dist.
03.2026 - Current
Family Caregiver/Household Manager
Family - Self-employeed
07.2020 - 09.2025
HABA Clerk
Fred Meyer
08.2019 - 01.2021
School Age Lead Teacher
Kids N US
05.2013 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Marysville Pilchuck High School