Rachel Thrall
Independence,MO
Summary
Dedicated Paraprofessional and Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Fort Osage School District and KinderCare Learning Centers, enhancing classroom dynamics and student support through effective behavior management and communication. Skilled in creating inclusive, safe learning environments and implementing specialized strategies for students with special needs. Achieved significant improvements in classroom efficiency and student engagement by leveraging classroom organization and supportive teaching techniques.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Fort Osage School District
04.2021 - 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.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Early Childhood Educator
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.1994 - 08.2021
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
- Improved classroom behavior by establishing and consistently applying clear rules and expectations.
- Enhanced children's understanding of cultural diversity through multicultural lessons and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO12-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO05-1991
High School Diploma -
Fort Osage High School
Independence, MO05-1987
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Data collection
- Patient
- Classroom organization
- Classroom support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Fort Osage School District
04.2021 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.1994 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Missouri State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Metropolitan Community College
High School Diploma -
Fort Osage High School
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