MICHAEL PROCTOR
Clayton,NC
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher Assistant with a proven track record at Johnston County Public Schools, enhancing student engagement and academic performance through effective behavioral interventions and teaching strategies. Skilled in IEP compliance and fostering emotional well-being, demonstrating exceptional patience, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous professional development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Johnston County Public Schools
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
- Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific concepts or tasks, resulting in improved comprehension and performance.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Durham Public Schools
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Promoted emotional well-being among students by providing guidance on navigating personal challenges while balancing academic demands.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices for special education instruction.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Monitored student actions and applied established interventions to redirect behavior and resolve conflicts.
Grocery Store Fresh Foods Manager
Harris Teeter
11.2015 - 02.2018
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Education
No Degree - Associates of Arts Education
Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NCNo Degree - Associates of Arts
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NCSkills
- Patience and Flexibility
- Teaching strategies
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Learning difficulties experience
- Progress Reporting
- Behavioral Interventions
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Teaching and instruction
- Life Skills Development
- IEP compliance
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Johnston County Public Schools
03.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Durham Public Schools
02.2018 - 03.2022
Grocery Store Fresh Foods Manager
Harris Teeter
11.2015 - 02.2018
No Degree - Associates of Arts Education
Johnston Community College
No Degree - Associates of Arts
Durham Technical Community College