Paula Garland
Springfield,LA
Summary
Organized and detail-oriented individual with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate student learning. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning environment. Offers strong organizational and student engagement skills. Experienced Paraprofessional eager to help students excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with diverse needs to facilitate best possible educational environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator
Hammond Eastside Magnet School
08.2023 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between learning activities by efficiently organizing supplies and preparing spaces for optimal productivity.
- Aided teachers in coordinating extracurricular events and field trips, providing enriching experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Substitute Teacher
Tangipahoa Parish School System
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
Dental Assistant
Todd Brasuell D.D.S
02.2010 - 04.2014
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties
- Exposed, developed and mounted dental x-rays.
Front Desk Receptionist
James A Moreau Jr D.D.S
08.2004 - 08.2008
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process
- Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay
- Collected payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
Assistant Director /Two Year Old Teacher
Play & Learn Preschool
05.2001 - 08.2004
- Made preliminary impressions for study casts and occlusal registrations for mounting study casts
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety
- Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process
- Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay
- Collected payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Delta College
Covington, LA12.2010
High School Diploma -
Mandeville High School
Mandeville, LA05.1987
Skills
- Individual Instruction
- Computer Proficiency
- IEP Understanding
- Smart Board Technology
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom support
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
ParaPro certification test taken on 4/2023.
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
Hammond Eastside Magnet School
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Tangipahoa Parish School System
08.2021 - Current
Dental Assistant
Todd Brasuell D.D.S
02.2010 - 04.2014
Front Desk Receptionist
James A Moreau Jr D.D.S
08.2004 - 08.2008
Assistant Director /Two Year Old Teacher
Play & Learn Preschool
05.2001 - 08.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting
Delta College
High School Diploma -
Mandeville High School
ParaPro certification test taken on 4/2023.
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