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I along with three other parents won the outstanding citizenship award from Washington Park and Rec.
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Sara Brandon

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Special Education Paraprofessional knowledgeable in lesson planning and individualized learning strategies. Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 2 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques. Compassionate paraeducator provides individualized support to students with special needs. Experienced in creating and implementing learning plans and providing one-on-one support in classroom. Engaging personality offers strong task prioritization and time management skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Vancouver School District
08.2022 - Current
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.

Classified Substitute

Evergreen School District
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Stay at Home Mom

Self
02.2010 - 01.2022

Took care of my five children

Implemented schedules

Homeschooled children during covid

Education

High School Diploma -

Oroville High School
Oroville, CA
06.2002

General Education

Clark College
Vancouver, WA

Bachelor of Arts - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT Online University
11.2024

Skills

  • Teaching and Instruction
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • IEP Goals
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Home Therapy
  • Classwork Oversight
  • IEP Implementation
  • Enrichment Programs
  • Educational Settings
  • Tutoring and Student Assistance
  • Activity Oversight
  • Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

I along with three other parents won the outstanding citizenship award from Washington Park and Rec.

I helped to raise over 30,000 dollars in less than 30 days to save the only summer camp for special needs children in Vancouver WA.

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Vancouver School District
08.2022 - Current

Classified Substitute

Evergreen School District
01.2021 - 06.2022

Stay at Home Mom

Self
02.2010 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Oroville High School

General Education

Clark College

Bachelor of Arts - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Western Governors University
Sara Brandon