Mindy Paris
Georgetown
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 7 years of experience in special and general education, dedicated to fostering strong verbal and written communication skills in students. Proficient in curriculum selection, lesson planning, and effective classroom management strategies. Eager to leverage expertise in elementary and middle school settings to enhance instructional practices as an Instructional Coach. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment that promotes student success and engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
GISD- Tippit Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Resource/Inclusion Teacher
GISD
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Conducted small group activities based on differentiated learning needs to ensure success of all scholars.
- Collaborated with teachers to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
Resource Inclusion Paraprofessional
GISD
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CACertificate - Patisserie and Baking
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Austin, TX01.2010
Skills
- Cultivates engaging educational atmosphere
- Strategic problem-solving skills
- Classroom behavior strategies
- Effective time management
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Systematic and meticulous approach
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective classroom management
Accomplishments
Special Education Team Lead in Elementary- 2 years
Department Team Lead- 2 years
Language Arts Content Lead- 1 year
GREAT Program Mentor
Certification
- Teaching Certification- Core Subjects EC-6
- Special Education EC-12
- ESL Certification
- Science of Teaching Reading
- Reading Academy Certified
Timeline
6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
GISD- Tippit Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Resource/Inclusion Teacher
GISD
08.2020 - 08.2022
Resource Inclusion Paraprofessional
GISD
08.2017 - 08.2020
Certificate - Patisserie and Baking
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University