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Sarah Garner

Falling Waters,WV

Summary

Dedicatied Special Education Paraprofessional with a passion for supporting students with diverse disabilities across PreK–21 programs by implementing individualized instruction, tracking progress toward IEP goals, managing challenging behaviors, and contributing to an engaging, student-centered learning environment.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Washington County Public Schools
Hagerstown, MD
08.2025 - Current
  • Utilized evidence-based behavior management strategies to de-escalate aggressive, unsafe, and crisis behaviors while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Implemented IEP accommodations and modifications to ensure student access to curriculum and meaningful participation in educational activities.
  • Assumed instructional leadership and maintained classroom routines during teacher absences, delivering lessons and ensuring continuity of student learning.

Direct Support Professional

Arc of Washington County
Hagerstown, MD
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Supported individuals in daily living activities, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life.
  • Advocated for client needs, facilitating access to community resources and services to enhance well-being.
  • Monitored client progress and documented behavioral changes, ensuring accurate reporting for treatment adjustments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberty University
Lynchburg
08-2026

Skills

  • Progress monitoring
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Instructional support
  • Crisis intervention

Certification

  • First Aid/ CPR, American Red Cross - June 2025 - June 2027
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention, Crisis Prevention Institute - August 2025 - August 2026

Accomplishments

    Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee- SECAC Ambassador Certificate of Excellence

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Washington County Public Schools
08.2025 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Arc of Washington County
06.2025 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Special Education Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberty University