SABY ARRIETA LOWE
DUMFRIES
Summary
A professional educator with 3 + years’ experience seeking a full-time Kindergarten to 2nd grade position at the elementary school level. Knowledgeable Paraprofessional adept at supporting the educational, behavioral and emotional needs of students from diverse backgrounds. Good communicator and planner with strong judgment.
Experienced with classroom instruction and student engagement techniques. Utilizes effective communication to facilitate learning and foster supportive environment. Knowledge of educational best practices and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Teacher
Swans Creek
08.2024 - Current
- Addressed individual student needs through targeted interventions and support plans, leading to improved academic success for all learners.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform teaching practices and monitor student progress throughout the year.
- Increased parent involvement in education by conducting regular communication and organizing informative meetings.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management techniques, fostering strong student-teacher relationships.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Autism Teacher Assistant
Triangle Elementary School
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Assisted the teachers and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students.
- Supervised the students during class, lunch time, recess and dismissal.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Took daily attendance and notifying teachers immediately of any student absences.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
ESL and Autism Teacher Assistant
Covington-Harper Elementary School
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted the teachers and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students.
- Supervised the students during class, lunch time, recess and dismissal.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Took daily attendance and notifying teachers immediately of any student absences.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
Autism Substitute Teacher's Assistant
McAuliffe Elementary School
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted the teachers and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students.
- Rotated scheduled time between nine separate classes ranging from one to four students at a time.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students.
- Assisted students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them on a regular basis to help meet individual academic goals.
- Maintain regular communication with teachers on students' needs and concerns regarding academic and behavioral.
Teacher Assistant
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2012 - 06.2019
- Assisted the teacher and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students
- Supervised the students on the playground, during bathroom breaks, lunch time and dismissal
- Rotated scheduled time between four separate classes of 25+ students each (2015)
- Assisted with Spanish speaking children in conversation (2016)
Summer School Teacher Assistant
Westridge Elementary School
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Kept learning environments focused, inclusive and supportive at all times.
- Offered constructive feedback to minors under care regarding specific actions, behaviors and words.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
River Oaks Elementary School
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted the teachers and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students.
- Rotated scheduled time between nine separate classes ranging from one to four students at a time.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students.
- Assisted students in improving academic achievement by clarifying learning problems, work on study skills and help meet individual academic goals.
- Maintain regular communication with teachers on students' needs and concerns regarding academic.
Intern / Upward Bound and Talent Search
Virginia State University
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Aided at events and planned activities under the supervision of Talent Search and Upward Bound managers.
- Monitored and screened visitors to verify accessibility to inter-office personnel.
- Interacted with students and families to follow up on missing or deficient information and discussed the status of applications.
- Reviewed, verified, and assessed applications and supporting documents in accordance with established guidelines to determine financial aid eligibility.
English As a Second Language Teacher Assistant Volunteer
Potomac Middle School
03.2013 - 08.2017
- Offered complete instructional support for students unable to attend regular classes.
- Provided early intervention assistance to struggling students not yet considered behind.
- Collaborated with instructors to determine areas of focus and refer students in need of additional assistance.
- Tutored elementary, middle and adult students in various subjects.
- Maintained safety and security of all youth under care.
- Assisted students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them on a regular basis to clarify learning problems, working on study skills.
- Volunteered for the Parent as Educational Partners Program at Potomac Middle School.
English As a Second Language Teacher's Assistant
Kerrydale Elementary School
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Kept learning environments focused, inclusive and supportive at all times.
- Documented behaviors, interventions and results.
- Maintained student safety in classroom and outside environments.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Developed and taught lessons on relevant children's books, poems, movies and themes to promote student interest.
Summer School Teacher's Assistant
Marumsco Hills Elementary School
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted the teacher and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students
- Reviewed lessons with students individually, answering questions or grading assignments
- Supervised the students on the playground, during bathroom breaks, at lunch time and at dismissal
Summer School Teacher's Assistant
Leesylvania Elementary School
06.2012 - 07.2012
- Assisted the teacher and reinforced the instruction taught in the classroom to students
- Reviewed lessons with students individually, answering questions or grading assignments
- Supervised the students outside of the classroom on the playground, during bathroom breaks, at lunch time and dismissal
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA12.2017
Associate of Science - Social Science
Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge, VA05.2012
Skills
- Small group instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive reinforcement
Detail Oriented planner
- Age-appropriate lesson planning
- Creative learning strategies
- Autism familiarity
- Team building Skills
- Computer Proficient
Experience with special-needs students
Certification
- Dyslexia Training Certificate. (2018)
- Child Abuse Recognition Certificate. (2018)
- Handle with Care (2022)
Timeline
Resident Teacher
Swans Creek
08.2024 - Current
Autism Teacher Assistant
Triangle Elementary School
08.2020 - 06.2024
ESL and Autism Teacher Assistant
Covington-Harper Elementary School
06.2019 - 03.2020
Autism Substitute Teacher's Assistant
McAuliffe Elementary School
10.2018 - 06.2019
Summer School Teacher Assistant
Westridge Elementary School
06.2018 - 07.2018
Special Education Teacher Assistant
River Oaks Elementary School
01.2018 - 06.2018
Intern / Upward Bound and Talent Search
Virginia State University
10.2017 - 12.2017
English As a Second Language Teacher's Assistant
Kerrydale Elementary School
06.2016 - 08.2016
Summer School Teacher's Assistant
Marumsco Hills Elementary School
06.2015 - 08.2015
English As a Second Language Teacher Assistant Volunteer
Potomac Middle School
03.2013 - 08.2017
Teacher Assistant
Prince William County Public Schools
07.2012 - 06.2019
Summer School Teacher's Assistant
Leesylvania Elementary School
06.2012 - 07.2012
Associate of Science - Social Science
Northern Virginia Community College
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Virginia State University
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