Olivia Boodry
Wheat Ridge,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic and empathetic Paraprofessional committed to providing patient, responsive support in order to meet the diverse needs of students. Strong ability to foster positive relationships with students and colleagues. Patient demeanor creates a calm, safe environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others and skilled in maintaining excellent organizational and communication skills to further provide individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as elementary education, behavior management and technology. Effectively able to work with and oversee children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing, and math instruction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Paraprofessional
Fairmount Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Help teachers prepare instructional material and displays.
- Supervise and oversee approximately 115 students during lunch and recess with high standards to maintain optimal safety and security.
- Assist with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Promote respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Strengthen student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Enhance classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Extended School Year Aide
Eiber Elementary
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Special Education Paraprofessional for Extended School Year (ESY) program offered through Jeffco Public Schools.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere by creating friendly interactions between fellow aides and JSEL staff.
- SEE "Special Education Paraprofessional" responsibilities.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Fairmount Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefited all students involved.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in administering standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Worked with students to promote learning and social development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one learning sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Supported teachers in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
Paraprofessional and Office Secretary
Wayne Carle Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed daily clerical duties and front office support including: data entry, filing, answering phones, and using Infinite Campus to monitor daily student attendance.
- Provided classroom support and supervision of students during lunch and recess.
- Supervised and managed student behavior and performed other assigned duties as needed during COVID.
Education
Interior Design
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NYHigh School Diploma -
Bear Creek High School
Lakewood, COSkills
- Friendly, positive, empathetic attitude
- Motivate and inspire students
- Collaborate with and support teachers
- Reading, Writing and Mathematics support
- Conflict resolution, social perceptiveness, and critical thinking
- Facilitate and manage small group and individual instruction
- Autism Spectrum knowledge
- IEP familiarity
- Special Education support
- Assessment administration
- First Aid/CPR certified
Timeline
2nd Grade Paraprofessional
Fairmount Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Extended School Year Aide
Eiber Elementary
06.2023 - 07.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Fairmount Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional and Office Secretary
Wayne Carle Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2021
Interior Design
Syracuse University
High School Diploma -
Bear Creek High School
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