Michael Owens
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in classroom management, student engagement, and individualized learning plans. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and supporting students with special needs. Experience with leading a classroom and lesson planning and running programs like Best Buddies and Career Based Instruction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Beachside High School
St. Augustine, FL
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Supported students with special needs during academic and social tasks.
- Sponsored the school's Best Buddies Program.
- Facilitated Community-Based Instruction (CBI) program for upperclassmen with exceptional education needs, promoting independence and life skills.
Paraprofessional
Timberlin Creek Elementary
St. Augustine, FL
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Supported students with special needs during academic and social tasks.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for diverse student populations.
Paraprofessional
Evelyn Hamblen Center
St. Augustine, FL
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Supported students with special needs during academic and social tasks.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for diverse student populations.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Cook
Anastasia State Park
St. Augustine, FL
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and storage areas.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Cook
GridIron Sports Bar and Banquet Hall
Somerset, MA
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and work areas.
- Assisted in inventory management and restocking of supplies when needed.
- Operated grills, deep fryers, ovens and other kitchen equipment safely according to established guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Cook
BayView Healthcare
Saint Augustine, FL
05.2015 - 11.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and storage areas.
- Prepared nutritious meals for residents with special dietary needs.
Cashier and Stock
Winn Dixie
St. Augustine, FL
06.2012 - 05.2015
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at the checkout counter.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint Augustine High School
Saint Augustine, FL05-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2026
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Individualized learning plans
- Behavior management strategies
- Special needs support
- Team collaboration
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Beachside High School
02.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Timberlin Creek Elementary
10.2021 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional
Evelyn Hamblen Center
08.2019 - 05.2021
Cook
Anastasia State Park
06.2018 - 06.2019
Cook
GridIron Sports Bar and Banquet Hall
01.2017 - 06.2018
Cook
BayView Healthcare
05.2015 - 11.2016
Cashier and Stock
Winn Dixie
06.2012 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Saint Augustine High School
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Western Governors University