Paige Martin
702 Chevalier Blvd. Lafayette,LA
Summary
Engaging Reading Teacher skilled in instructional adaptation and progress monitoring, offering experience in small group instruction and assessing student needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Vermilion Parish School Board
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
Special Education Teacher
Lafayette Parish School System
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Created and managed IEPs defining student learning objectives and educational strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Substitute Teacher
Lafayette Parish School System
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Anchorage School District
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Cotaught lessons with general education teachers, integrating modifications for special education students seamlessly into the curriculum.
Title 1 Tutor
Anchorage School District
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Provided reading intervention to struggling readers in grades K-3.
- Administered phonics screenings, diagnostic tests and monitored student proficiency.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05-1992
Associate of Arts -
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK05-1991
Skills
- Teaching and instruction
- Reading intervention
- Progress monitoring
Certification
- Special Education Certification - Louisiana Department of Education.
- Elementary Education Certificate - Louisiana Department of Education.
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Vermilion Parish School Board
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Lafayette Parish School System
08.2018 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Lafayette Parish School System
04.2017 - 05.2018
Paraeducator, Special Education
Anchorage School District
09.2011 - 06.2015
Title 1 Tutor
Anchorage School District
08.2010 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Alaska Anchorage
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Alaska Anchorage
Associate of Arts -
University of Alaska Anchorage
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