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SARAH SMITLEY

Silverdale,WA

Summary

Guide students in classrooms and school campuses to supervise, enforce rules, and support the teacher. At the same time, adding value to a positive educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success, and advocating student learning by providing individualized and small-group support to reinforce classroom topics. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Enthusiastic ParaProfessional, experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing and math instruction and other education-related activities as assigned. Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals. Goal-oriented ParaProfessional caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Enthusiastic ParaProfessional with experience assisting teachers and providing instruction to students. Monitors student progress and provides guidance and support to teachers.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Paraprofessional

North Kitsap School District
04.2024 - Current
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Promoted respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.

Paraeducator, Special Education

North Kitsap School District
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in classroom.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
  • Served as liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
  • Assisted in planning field trips and extracurricular activities that catered to unique interests of special education students.
  • Provided safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
  • Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
  • Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Central Kitsap School District
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Served as liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and school staff, fostering strong relationships to support student success.
  • Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in classroom setting.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.

Para Educator 1

Ramona Unified School District
08.2021 - 04.2023
  • Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy
  • Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement
  • Develop and implement strategies to meet needs of students with variety of handicapping conditions
  • Communicate nonverbally with children to provide them with comfort, encouragement, or positive reinforcement.

Education

General studies - General Studies

Los Angeles Pacific University
San Dimas, CA

Bachelors in Psychology - Psychology Pre-Counseling

Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota
09.2024

Skills

  • Ability to assist in classroom instruction and learning
  • Ability to work closely with children
  • Ability to remain calm and patient at all times
  • Knowledge of classroom subjects

Small Group and Individual Assistance

Teacher Support and Collaboration

Student Health and Safety

Relationship Building

Activity Planning

Progress Monitoring

Strong Work Ethic and Dependable

Motivating and Inspiring Students

Organizational and Planning Skills

Timeline

Instructional Paraprofessional

North Kitsap School District
04.2024 - Current

Paraeducator, Special Education

North Kitsap School District
11.2023 - 04.2024

Paraeducator, Special Education

Central Kitsap School District
09.2023 - 10.2023

Para Educator 1

Ramona Unified School District
08.2021 - 04.2023

General studies - General Studies

Los Angeles Pacific University

Bachelors in Psychology - Psychology Pre-Counseling

Capella University
SARAH SMITLEY