Elementary School Educator with expertise in early education, child development and collaborative teaching methods. Confidently offers classroom instruction and personalized student support using balance of traditional and modern approaches.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Willow Lake School District
02.2023 - Current
Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
Daycare Director/Assistant
Willow Lake Community Daycare
05.2020 - 08.2023
Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
Elementary Paraprofessional
Watertown School District - Jefferson Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2020
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
Long-Term Substitute: 5-8 General Music and Choir at Willow Springs R-IV School DistrictLong-Term Substitute: 5-8 General Music and Choir at Willow Springs R-IV School District