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Rose Whitson

Carson City,NV

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Substitute AideParaprofessional

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkSeasonal WorkConsulting

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Carson City, NV
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

401k matchHealthcare benefitsWork-life balance

Summary

Nurturing Substitute Aide with 6 years in educating Special Ed students. Worked with teachers and students to make learning enjoyable and understandable for students of all ability levels. Collaborated with other professionals to provide high-quality educational experiences. Dedicated and responsive Substitute Aide with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of all skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning.

Overview

1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Paraprofessional

DCSD-CVMS
Minden, NV
08.2020 - 05.2024
  • Created materials for classroom instruction.
  • Supervised class while teacher attended meetings.
  • Corrected student work under supervision of lead teacher.
  • Taught small groups of students in such subjects as Math, language Arts, Literacy, Science, and Daily Living.
  • Modeled activities for students struggling to understand written instructions.
  • Shared information about student progress and concerns with lead teacher.
  • Recorded student work using pen and paper.
  • Monitored student behavior at lunch and recess.
  • Assisted teacher in providing instruction to class of Special Education students.
  • Promoted learning by leveraging traditional and modern instructional strategies.
  • Taught 7 students for 6 months and kept up with lesson plans and student assignments.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Directed group activities to promote immersive, play-based learning.
  • Liaised with teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve student support.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Assigned homework to students based on curricula and modified based on daily progress.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.

Special Education Substitute Aide

DCSD-JacksValley Elementary
Carson City, NV
02.2015 - 05.2019

Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.

  • Provided support to the students through specialized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition using hands on experiences.
  • Managed class of 15-20 students when teacher stepped out of room.
  • Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Encouraged students to be understanding of and helpful to others.
  • Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
  • Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
  • Applied positive reinforcement for performance to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies to support maximum efficiency.

Substitute Aide

Zephyr Cove Elementary School
Zephyr Cove, NV
10.2015 - 02.2016
  • Shared information about student progress and concerns with lead teacher.
  • Modeled activities for students struggling to understand written instructions.
  • Monitored student behavior at lunch and recess.
  • Met with teacher and other assistants before students arrived to determine plans for day.
  • Taught small groups of students in such subjects such as math, english, social studies and reading .
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve educational goals.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.

Volunteer

DCSD
Carson City, NV
08.2010 - 05.2015
  • Kept facilities organized, clean and well-maintained to best meet program needs.
  • Developed and implemented activities and special school events
  • Modeled social, behavioral and physical skills to promote development and improve classroom management
  • Monitored special group events and off-site field trips.
  • Assisted PTSO and teachers with school events to provide smooth and enjoyable experience for participants and organizers.
  • Mentored students in academics to build skill levels.
  • Maintained privacy of students' information and scores to minimize risk of breached data.
  • Oversaw safety and well-being of students under care during teacher absences.
  • Tutored students on lessons and homework.
  • Engaged students to share ideas and collaborate together on projects.
  • Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Monitored students in class, hallways and playground to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
  • Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
  • Promoted student learning by providing individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
  • Organized and distributed homework, textbooks, classroom supplies and other learning materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Moundwestonka High School
Mound, MN
05.1984

Some College (No Degree) - Substance Abuse Counselor

University Of Phoenix
On-line

Skills

  • Compliance
  • Results-focused
  • Smartboard technology
  • Analytical skills
  • Video conferencing

Certification

  • Parapro, Praxis Series - 2017

references

1. Marguerite Buma mbuma@dcsd.k12.nv.us (775)781-1080
2. Monique Condon mcondon@dcsd.k12.nv.us (530)545-9627

3. Joesph Billings jbilling@dcsd.k12.nv.us (775)782-1865

4.Edward Perkins eperkins@dcsd.12.nv.us (775)782-1865

Timeline

Substitute Paraprofessional

DCSD-CVMS
08.2020 - 05.2024

Substitute Aide

Zephyr Cove Elementary School
10.2015 - 02.2016

Special Education Substitute Aide

DCSD-JacksValley Elementary
02.2015 - 05.2019

Volunteer

DCSD
08.2010 - 05.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Substance Abuse Counselor

University Of Phoenix

High School Diploma -

Moundwestonka High School
Rose Whitson