Milissa Fratzke
Dunkerton,IA
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience working with both children and adults. Natural talent for navigating challenges and finding innovative solutions. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tackling new tasks. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and driving organizational goals forward.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Independence Community School District
08.2024 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised recess activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
Substitute Teacher
Dunkerton Community School District
11.2020 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dunkerton Community School District
12.2015 - Current
- Worked along with Special Education Teachers and worked daily with children to strengthen their academic proficiency
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA05.2023
Paraeducator Certification Course -
Iowa Area Education Agency
Waterloo, IA12.2020
Substitute Authorization Certification -
Iowa Area Education Agency
Waterloo, Iowa 09.2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Conflict resolution
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Activity management
- Disciplinary procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson implementation
- Special education
- Adaptable
- Smartboard technology
- Analytical skills
Classroom experience
K-5, up to 25 children, Music, Art, Phys Ed, Library, two years, three days a week, Worked along with Special Education Teachers and worked daily with children to strengthen their academic proficiency.
Additional Information
Prior to motherhood, I worked as a certified medication aide in both a nursing facility and a residential center, where I interacted with a diverse array of individuals. After that, I became a stay-at-home mom and homeschooled my children. My husband and I are also foster and adoptive parents; we spent ten years as foster parents. Once most of the children had graduated, I transitioned to a career in education as a certified paraprofessional for a decade. Currently, I serve as a substitute teacher and am exploring various community outreach opportunities. Throughout my life, I have consistently engaged with people in different capacities.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Independence Community School District
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Dunkerton Community School District
11.2020 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dunkerton Community School District
12.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Paraeducator Certification Course -
Iowa Area Education Agency
Substitute Authorization Certification -
Iowa Area Education Agency
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