Rebecca Secrest
Albany
Summary
Adaptable professional experienced in special needs education. Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills contribute to successful classroom management and positive student outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aide, Autistic Kids
Vinton County Local Schools
Hamden, OH
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in implementing individualized education plans for autistic children.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing materials and organizing learning resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to facilitate engaging, inclusive learning experiences.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage participation.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment conducive to learning and development.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and challenges.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between daily activities, minimizing disruptions and maintaining a structured classroom environment conducive to learning.
Paraprofessional
Teays Valley Local Schools
South Bloomfield
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by promoting positive behavior and maintaining a conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with instructional staff to prepare teaching materials and resources for daily lessons.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to enhance academic performance and engagement.
- Facilitated small group activities to reinforce key concepts and encourage peer interaction among students.
- Implemented adaptive strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting.
- Maintained organized records of student achievements, behaviors, and communication with parents or guardians.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance skills and knowledge in education best practices.
- 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.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- 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.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
Paraprofessional
Wellston City Schools
Wellston, OH
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
- Coordinated with teachers to monitor student progress, identifying areas for improvement.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive learning activities.
- Adapted teaching materials for special education students, meeting diverse learning needs.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Monitored student safety during school outings, ensuring secure learning environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School
Jackson06-1994
Skills
- Time management
- Patient
- Patient care
- Attention to detail
- Reliability and punctuality
- Problem-solving
- Special needs education
- Relationship building
- Cultural sensitivity
- Clear communication
- Active listening
- Collaborative teamwork
Accomplishments
I gained my STNA license and my paraprofessional license
Certification
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Aide, Autistic Kids
Vinton County Local Schools
08.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Teays Valley Local Schools
08.2024 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional
Wellston City Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School