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Michelle Lee

Michelle Lee

Belford

Summary

Dynamic educator with proven expertise in special needs support and fostering nurturing classroom environments, demonstrated at P231K, District 75 and the Early Childhood Program of the JCC. Skilled in differentiating instruction for diverse student populations and boosting engagement through innovative techniques. Excels in building strong parent-teacher relationships and delivering personalized support, ensuring positive learning outcomes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

P231K, District 75
09.2014 - Current
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Responsible for assisting in teaching of basic education principles while complying with IEP goals.
  • Responsible of ensuring safety of students with Autism in a District 75 6:1:1 classroom
  • Responsible for running applied behavior analysis programs in 1:1 setting and 2:1 setting within classroom
  • Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Member of crisis team
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes

Lead Early Preschool Teacher

JCC Of Indianapolis
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Boosted classroom morale and fostered a positive learning environment through consistent encouragement and support.
  • Improved student engagement by introducing innovative teaching techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through regular communication and involvement in school events.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
08.2021

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Touro College
New York, NY
08.2008

Skills

  • Enthusiastic and motivating demeanor
  • Understands each student's needs and is able to differentiate for students of all ability levels
  • Special Needs Support
  • Dedicated to creating a nurturing and warm classroom environment
  • Genuine love of teaching with compassion and patience
  • Team player that enjoys working with other teachers, paraprofessionals, parents and administrators to create the best learning experience possible
  • Belief in hands-on and experimental learning
  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations

Work Availability

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Timeline

Lead Early Preschool Teacher

JCC Of Indianapolis
08.2021 - 05.2024

Paraprofessional

P231K, District 75
09.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies

SUNY Empire State College

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Touro College

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