Michelle Karles
Commerce,GA
Summary
Dedicated Paraprofessional with 17 years of experience excelling in lesson planning and preparation, and fostering a safe learning environment. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement through collaborative and inclusive strategies. Skilled in classroom management and maintaining high educational standards, significantly contributing to positive learning outcomes.
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional 1
Jackson County Board of Education
07.2018 - Current
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Paraprofessional 1
Madison County Board Of Education
11.2007 - 07.2018
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Henderson Academy
03.2004 - 11.2007
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education History
Piedmont University
Demorest, GA12-2025
Skills
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Decision making
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Time Management
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
Certification
- Licensed Paraprofessional since 2007 GaPSC #785855
- Pre-Service Certificate 2002 GaPSC #785855
Timeline
Paraprofessional 1
Jackson County Board of Education
07.2018 - Current
Paraprofessional 1
Madison County Board Of Education
11.2007 - 07.2018
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Henderson Academy
03.2004 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education History
Piedmont University
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