Michelle Heishman
Flora,IN
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with a proven track record at Carroll Elementary School, excelling in small group instruction and effective communication. Skilled in providing personalized support to students with special needs, fostering emotional growth, and collaborating with educators to enhance learning outcomes. Committed to creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Motivated Paraprofessional with solid several-year track record of managing diverse children in classroom settings. Well-versed in lesson plan assistance, record keeping, and teacher assistance. Dedicated to helping students learn and grow.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Carroll Elementary School
Flora, IN
02.2023 - Current
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding the material.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
Paraprofessional
New Horizons Academy
Wauseon, OH
08.2017 - 05.2025
- Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carroll Consolidated School Corp.
Flora, IN05-1992
Skills
- Small group instruction
- Effective communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Classroom supervision
- Progress monitoring
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special needs support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Carroll Elementary School
02.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
New Horizons Academy
08.2017 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Carroll Consolidated School Corp.
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