Saba Tariq
Short Pump,VA
Summary
Driven Special Education Instructional Assistant from Skipwith Elementary School, adept in literacy intervention and fostering emotional regulation. Excelled in enhancing student engagement and progress by 30% through adaptive curriculum and innovative teaching strategies. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to continuous improvement in special education.
* Multi-talented instructional assistant with 12 years of experience directing students and assisting lead teachers. Expert at restating lesson information, tutoring, applying rules and working with struggling students. Team-minded when collaborating with teacher and implementing set lesson plans and classroom activities.
* Competent Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels. Understands importance of teaching solid study habits for testing success.
* Special Education Paraprofessional knowledgeable in lesson planning and individualized learning strategies. Looking to bring further success to a school district through behavior management and student engagement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Skipwith Elementary School
09.2016 - Current
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized education plans and adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse needs.
- Monitored student performance through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Implemented a variety of accommodations, including visual schedules and modified materials, to support students'' diverse learning needs effectively.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Facilitated small group instruction, allowing for targeted skill development and increased opportunities for peer collaboration.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Floral Designer
Strange's Florists, Greenhouses & Garden Centers
11.2006 - 10.2010
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and unique floral designs tailored to individual preferences.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring optimal levels of fresh flowers and supplies while minimizing waste.
- Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths, and gifts.
- Consulted with clientele to discuss special occasion floral designs for weddings, funerals, and other events.
- Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and design flower arrangements that perfectly match their vision.
Education
Diploma - Medical Office Assistance
Stratford Career Institute
Washington, DC01.2008
Certification - Certification in Child Studies And Psychology
Illawara Institute of Technology
Wollongong Campus12.1996
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph College For Women
Karachi, Pakistan12.1993
No Degree -
Greenwood Secondary School
Karachi, Pakistan.06.1991
Skills
- Visual supports
- Transportation Assistance
- Motor Skills Development
- Social Skills Training
- Data Collection
- Group and individual instruction
- Sensory Integration
- Progress Reporting
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Reading and math instruction
- Life Skills Development
- Student Supervision
- IEP compliance
- Special needs
- Teaching and instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom Organization
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Reading instruction
- Teacher Assistance
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Skills strategies
- Social and group settings
- Progress Monitoring
- Instructional support
- Activity management
- Autism understanding
- Seizure Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Social Skills Development
- Student Engagement
- Special education curriculum
- Team building
- Lesson Planning
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Behavior management techniques instruction
Accomplishments
I received Yay of the day award from Henrico county superintendent Dr. Amy Cashwell.
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Skipwith Elementary School
09.2016 - Current
Floral Designer
Strange's Florists, Greenhouses & Garden Centers
11.2006 - 10.2010
Diploma - Medical Office Assistance
Stratford Career Institute
Certification - Certification in Child Studies And Psychology
Illawara Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph College For Women
No Degree -
Greenwood Secondary School
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