Olga Yurchenko
Needham,MA
Summary
Enthusiastic ELL and 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.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Newton Public Schools
Newton, MA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
ELL Paraprofessional
Newton Public Schools
Newton, MA
09.1999 - 06.2023
- Assisted ELL students in the development of English language skills through individual and small group instruction.
- Provided support to classroom teachers by monitoring student progress, providing assistance with assignments, and reinforcing concepts taught in class.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans designed to meet the individual needs of each ELL student.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student's level of English proficiency and academic achievement.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance, and other related data.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and guardians, interpreters, and other professionals to create a supportive learning environment for ELL students.
- Facilitated parent meetings about their child's progress and educational goals.
- Created instructional materials such as worksheets and activities to supplement lessons.
- Tutored students individually or in small groups on specific subject areas or topics as needed.
- Encouraged cultural awareness among all students through classroom activities.
- Participated in professional development activities aimed at improving teaching strategies for working with ELL students.
- Attended IEP meetings to provide input on instructional strategies that would benefit ELL students.
- Utilized various forms of communication such as speaking, writing, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, while teaching English language skills.
- Demonstrated an understanding of second-language acquisition theories and principles during instruction sessions.
- Provided feedback to staff members regarding best practices for working with diverse populations.
- Engaged in constant professional development activities related to English Language Learners.
- Monitored ELL student's social interactions with peers within the school community.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Pine Manor College
Chestnut Hill, MA06-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Kuban State University
Krasnodar, Russian Federation 06-1996
Skills
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Behavioral plan management
- Special needs
- Progress Monitoring
- Teacher Assistance
- Instructional support
- Teaching and instruction
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Newton Public Schools
09.2023 - 09.2024
ELL Paraprofessional
Newton Public Schools
09.1999 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Pine Manor College
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Kuban State University