Rachel Moses
Moundridge,KS
Summary
Paraprofessional offers 18years in Special Education classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator, Pre K 3's
McPherson Co. Special Education Co-op
McPherson, KS
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Paraprofessional
Reno County Education Co-Op
Hutchinson, KS
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
Cares Club Director
Buhler Usd 313
Buhler, KS
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
- Identified early warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Library Assistant
Moundridge Unif Sch Dist 423
Moundridge, KS
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Educated patrons on use of reference sources, card catalogs and automated information systems.
- Maintained circulation desk for lending periodicals and books to patrons.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Created fliers to inform visitors and patrons of book clubs, meetings and special programs.
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
- Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
Wichita, KS
09.2006 - 09.2014
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Administered tests to class and graded papers.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education/ Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZHigh School Diploma -
Newton High School
Newton, Ks05.1994
Skills
- Student Needs Support
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Special Education
- Emotional Support
- Faculty Collaboration
- Student Inclusion
Certification
- CPR/ First Aid Certified Training - til 2024
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator, Pre K 3's
McPherson Co. Special Education Co-op
09.2020 - Current
Paraprofessional
Reno County Education Co-Op
08.2019 - 05.2020
Cares Club Director
Buhler Usd 313
08.2018 - 05.2019
Library Assistant
Moundridge Unif Sch Dist 423
08.2016 - 05.2018
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
09.2006 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Education/ Business
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Newton High School
- CPR/ First Aid Certified Training - til 2024
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