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Rebecca Shumway

Clearlake,CA

Summary

Driven Paraeducator from Elementary School, adept in special education and emotional support, enhanced learning outcomes through personalized strategies and strong relationship building. Demonstrated success in behavior management and student supervision, fostering inclusive environments and achieving significant progress in IEP goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator, Special Education

Elementary School
03.2021 - 05.2024
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
  • Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and school staff, fostering strong relationships to support student success.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of Round Valley
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
  • Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
  • Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
  • Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop comprehensive programs addressing diverse aspects of youth development.

Nanny

Family Friends House
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.

Education

High School Diploma -

Round Valley High School
Springerville, AZ
05.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Speech Pathology

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Classroom support
  • Emotional Support
  • Special Education Knowledge
  • Autism spectrum understanding
  • Learning Strategies
  • Life Skills Development
  • IEP compliance
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Student Supervision
  • Social and group settings
  • Behavior management techniques

Hobbies

Music 

  • trumpet
  • ukulele
  • guitar
  • piano

Outdoor Activity

  • swimming
  • kayaking
  • camping
  • stargazing

Timeline

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of Round Valley
05.2022 - 11.2022

Nanny

Family Friends House
05.2021 - 08.2022

Paraeducator, Special Education

Elementary School
03.2021 - 05.2024

High School Diploma -

Round Valley High School

Some College (No Degree) - Speech Pathology

Arizona State University
Rebecca Shumway