Melody Cox
Edgar,Nebraska
Summary
Competent Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience working with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across all levels. Understands the importance of being organized and having good relations with people of all ages. Understands the importance of having good communication skills to communicate with all ages.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bruning-Davenport USD
08.2018 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
State Of Nebraska
08.2016 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Education
No Degree - Education Classes
Central Community College
Hastings, NEAssociate of Applied Science - Human Services
Southeast Community College Area
Lincoln, NEBachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Chadron State College
Chadron, NE05.2026
Skills
- Work Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Innovation and Creativity
- Report Preparation
- Strong Organization
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Customer and client relations
- Proofreading
- Dedicated Team Player
- Professional Communication
- Verbal Communication
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bruning-Davenport USD
08.2018 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
State Of Nebraska
08.2016 - Current
No Degree - Education Classes
Central Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Southeast Community College Area
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Chadron State College
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