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Paige Toft

Bennett,CO

Summary

With a proven track record at Bennett School District, I excel in delivering individualized instruction and fostering a supportive learning environment. Leveraging skills in IEP compliance and collaboration, I've significantly enhanced student learning experiences. My adeptness in organizational skills and positive behavior reinforcement ensures optimal educational outcomes.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Para

Bennett School District
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
  • Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Bennett School District
  • Increased parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication and collaboration on student progress.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them improve academic performance and gain confidence in their abilities.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices and pedagogical innovations.

Teacher Aide K-6

Bennett School District
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Reconciliation Specialist

UNIPAC Student Loan Servicing
  • Developed custom reports for management review, highlighting significant findings from the reconciliation process.
  • Assisted in periodic reviews of existing policies and procedures, suggesting updates as needed for optimal effectiveness.
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of industry regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes impacting the reconciliation process.
  • Managed high volumes of transaction data efficiently while maintaining attention-to-detail necessary for accurate reconciliations.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Provided training for new team members on department procedures, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting skills development.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies through diligent research and prompt resolution of outstanding items.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

High School Math Teacher

Bennett School District
05.2016 - Current
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Employed math lessons, demonstrations and interactive activities to teach and instruct high school students using educational materials, books and other learning aids.
  • Enhanced student engagement by using a variety of teaching methods, including group activities, lectures, and hands-on projects.
  • Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
  • Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective instructional strategies.
  • Improved student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and problem-solving techniques into lessons.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest trends in mathematics education and pedagogy.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
  • Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
  • Assisted in the development of curriculum standards for mathematics courses, ensuring alignment with state requirements.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful communication and encouraging teamwork among students.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling students by identifying areas of difficulty and developing targeted intervention plans.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback to help them improve their performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress, fostering increased involvement in their child''s education.
  • Taught mathematical skills and principles to high school students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
  • Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.
  • Served on school-wide committees focused on improving academic performance, working collaboratively toward common goals.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends and best practices in mathematics education.
  • Mentored new teachers by sharing resources and providing guidance on effective instructional strategies, contributing to their success in the classroom.
  • Encouraged use of mathematical software in project assignments, enhancing students' technical skills and application understanding.
  • Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay updated on teaching methodologies and mathematics education trends.
  • Initiated after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra help, significantly improving their mathematical abilities.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Fostered positive learning environment, adapting teaching strategies to meet needs of individual students.
  • Planned and delivered engaging mathematics lessons that catered to various learning styles and abilities.
  • Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring accessibility of content for all students.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.

Education

Bachelor Of Science - Secondary Education With An Emphasis in Math

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12.2015

Associates Degree - Education

Morgan Community College
Bennett, CO
05.2007

Skills

  • IEP compliance
  • Teacher assistance
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Classroom organization
  • Collaboration with teachers
  • Teaching and instruction
  • Student advocacy
  • Instructional support
  • Student supervision
  • Life skills development
  • Physical disabilities support
  • Social skills training
  • Reading instruction
  • Assistive technology
  • Seizure management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Mathematics intervention
  • Individualized instruction
  • Positive behavior reinforcement
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • IEP implementation
  • Learning environment management
  • Specialized instructional methods
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

High School Math Teacher

Bennett School District
05.2016 - Current

Special Education Para

Bennett School District

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Bennett School District

Teacher Aide K-6

Bennett School District

Reconciliation Specialist

UNIPAC Student Loan Servicing

Bachelor Of Science - Secondary Education With An Emphasis in Math

Grand Canyon University

Associates Degree - Education

Morgan Community College

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