Monika Howard
Education
Dublin,GA
Summary
Paraprofessional offers two years in a Special Education classroom. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Organized and driven to manage file organization and materials to be prepared for daily instruction. Valued for delivering support to special needs students and nurturing development of all students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Paroprofessional
Laurens County Board Of Education
Dublin, Georgia
10.2021 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
Student Intern
Humpty Dumpty Learning Center
Rentz, GA
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Sorted, organized and maintained files.
- Planned, prepared and participated in weekly meetings and events.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Secondary Pre-K Teacher
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency
Warner Robins, GA
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Taught students to identify key elements of style, intent and emotion when experiencing art.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Guided students to promote art studies and support student success and achievement.
- Prompted student motivation and peer participation through implementation of positive reinforcement and rewards.
- Created dynamic group projects to teach collaboration and teamwork.
- Maintained student attendance, grades and other required records using [Software].
- Achieved student participation through relevant and real-life experiences to maintain student interest and stimulate student creativity.
- Observed pupils' work to determine student progress or make suggestions for improvement.
- Coordinated with classroom teachers to correlate art activities with classroom curriculum.
- Helped students manipulate variety of media to express emotions, feelings, attitude and intent.
- Set reasonable performance and learning goals for students to strive for and achieve.
- Assisted students in finding inspiration for art and music through emotion, other media and history.
- Developed appropriate curricula dependent on age group and education level.
- Taught historical timelines and differences through music and art.
- Provided feedback to students and parents on progress and abilities.
- Educated students on cultural influences on music and art styles and techniques of modern and historic art.
Student Intern
K.I.D.S. Kingdom
Dublin, GA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Sorted, organized and maintained files.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions and directed individuals to office locations.
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
Director
Humpty Dumpty Learning Center
Rentz, GA
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Communicated with owners, board members and support team concerning personnel matters.
- Managed, observed and evaluated lead teachers, teacher assistants and kitchen staff.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Executed marketing plan and promoted positive image to achieve enrollment goals.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
Lead Teacher
Childcare Network
Warner Robins, GA
07.2013 - 10.2015
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Chose optimum curriculum for each class and devised creative daily lesson plans to meet requirements and needs of different learners.
- Designed training program to teach new teachers school guidelines and increase overall success.
- Worked with staff to raise funds new classroom technology and trained teachers on use.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Dublin, GA 06.2020 - Current
No Degree - Early Childhood Education Basics (Certificate)
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Dublin, GA 05.2001 -
No Degree - Children Support Specialist (Certificate)
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Dublin, GA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
West Laurens High School
Dexter, GA 08.2009 - 06.2012
Skills
Teacher Support
undefinedTimeline
Student Intern
K.I.D.S. Kingdom
01.2022 - 04.2022
Paroprofessional
Laurens County Board Of Education
10.2021 - Current
Student Intern
Humpty Dumpty Learning Center
08.2020 - 10.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
06.2020 - Current
Secondary Pre-K Teacher
Middle Georgia Community Action Agency
04.2020 - 10.2022
Director
Humpty Dumpty Learning Center
06.2019 - 10.2021
Lead Teacher
Childcare Network
07.2013 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
West Laurens High School
08.2009 - 06.2012
No Degree - Early Childhood Education Basics (Certificate)
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
05.2001 -
No Degree - Children Support Specialist (Certificate)
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
05.2001 -
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