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Odessia Haywood

Jonesboro,AR

Summary

Patient Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes. Enthusiastic Special Education Paraprofessional experienced in small group instruction and student supervision. Sharp and highly trained with desire to positively impact students with learning disabilities. Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities. Self-starter proudly promotes positive educational environments. Offers strong background working with special needs students. Attentive to details and thorough in helping students complete assignments. Proactive Special Education Paraprofessional skilled at working with diverse special education students. Successful at supporting children's unique needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

SpEd Paraprofessional

Nettleton Public Schools
Jonesboro, AR
07.2023 - Current
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
  • Supervised classrooms of special education students during lunch and recess periods.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for students who required additional assistance with course material.
  • Observed individual student performance in order to identify areas of strength or weakness within a subject area or task level.

Store Manager

Abilities Unlimited Retail Store
Jonesboro, AR
10.2017 - 07.2022
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.

Teacher's Assistant

Jonesboro Human Development Center
Jonesboro, AR
05.2010 - 08.2012
  • Provided individualized assistance to students with special needs in the classroom.
  • Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
  • Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
  • Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
  • Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
  • Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
  • Observed student performance in order to assess progress towards academic goals.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.

Teacher's Assistant

CRDC Headstart
Jonesboro, AR
01.2000 - 01.2010
  • Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
  • Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
  • Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
  • Coordinated daily tasks between teachers and other staff members.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
  • Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
  • Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Arkansas State University
State University, AR
05-2021

Associate of Science - Social Work

Arkansas State University
State University, AR
05-2020

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Arkansas State University - Jonesboro
Jonesboro, AR
05-2016

Technical And Scientific Communication

Arkansas State University - Newport
Newport, AR
05-2016

Skills

  • Parent Communication
  • Behavioral Interventions
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Positive Reinforcement

Affiliations

  • Youth Leader At First Baptist Church
  • Teacher at Sunday School
  • Teacher at Vocational Bible School

Me Time

  • Read Romance books
  • Watch Subtitle of foreign movies
  • Cooks
  • bowling
  • spending time with grandkids
  • Going to events(wedding, baby showers, Graduation, Doing programs with the kids at Church like skits plays activites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

SpEd Paraprofessional

Nettleton Public Schools
07.2023 - Current

Store Manager

Abilities Unlimited Retail Store
10.2017 - 07.2022

Teacher's Assistant

Jonesboro Human Development Center
05.2010 - 08.2012

Teacher's Assistant

CRDC Headstart
01.2000 - 01.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Arkansas State University

Associate of Science - Social Work

Arkansas State University

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Arkansas State University - Jonesboro

Technical And Scientific Communication

Arkansas State University - Newport

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