Sabrina Holden
Fairland,OK
Summary
A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated and passionate special education teacher, and former special education paraprofessional, with experience supporting students with disabilities in inclusive classroom settings. Skilled in implementing IEPs, collaborating with teachers, and creating a positive and supportive learning environment, for my students and my fellow teachers. Seeking to leverage my education and experience to make a positive impact as a special education teacher, while continuing to further my pursuit of a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wyandotte Public Schools
Wyandotte, OK
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Facilitated communication between home and school by providing information about student progress and activities at school.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, field trips., ensuring their safety at all times.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Mid-America Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK10-2025
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Mid-America Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK02-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northeast Oklahoma A&M College
Miami, OK05-2016
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Special Education Expertise
- Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Implementing Individualized Education Plans
- Skills Development
- Motivating students
- Social Skills Development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Student Records Management
- Data Management
Affiliations
- Volunteer for children's youth sports programs
Certification
- Tier 2 Special Education Paraprofessional
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Wyandotte Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Mid-America Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Mid-America Christian University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northeast Oklahoma A&M College
- Tier 2 Special Education Paraprofessional
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