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Patricia Wade

Nacogdoches,TX

Summary

Dedicated educator with a proven track record at Nacogdoches County Schools SSA, enhancing classroom management and student engagement through effective communication and behavior management. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments, significantly fostering social-emotional development. Expertise in special education support and maintaining strong parent-teacher relationships, demonstrating a calm and patient demeanor.

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.

Developed skills in collaborative and educational environment, focusing on supporting student learning and engagement. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication abilities, with keen understanding of how to create inclusive and supportive spaces. Looking to transition to new field, applying these transferable skills to foster growth and success in dynamic setting.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Nacogdoches County Schools SSA
08.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.

Paraprofessional

Nacogdoches County Schools SSA
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.

Pre-K Teacher

Raguet Child Care Center
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Houston Community College
Houston, TX

High School Diploma -

Sealy High School
Sealy, TX
05-1987

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Special education support
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Patient
  • Classroom support
  • Classroom organization

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Nacogdoches County Schools SSA
08.2024 - Current

Paraprofessional

Nacogdoches County Schools SSA
08.2021 - 05.2024

Pre-K Teacher

Raguet Child Care Center
05.2019 - 08.2021

Early Childhood Education

Houston Community College

High School Diploma -

Sealy High School
Patricia Wade