Sandra Colon
Hereford
Summary
Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bluebonnet
Hereford
08.2020 - Current
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Substitute Teacher
Bluebonnet
Hereford
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers when necessary.
- Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
Migrant Tutor
Bluebonnet
Hereford
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Helped students review and understand previous lessons to make connection with new lesson.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Used technology in tutoring sessions to diversify and enhance learning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gracelyn University
Dallas, TXSkills
- Instructional support
- Classroom management
- Student motivation
- Emotional support
- Teacher assistance
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Positive behavior reinforcement
- Visual schedules
- Assistive technology
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bluebonnet
08.2020 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Bluebonnet
08.2017 - 08.2020
Migrant Tutor
Bluebonnet
01.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Gracelyn University
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