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Saysamone Silavanh

Opelika,AL

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Opelika City Schools
Opelika, AL
08.2016 - Current
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
  • Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
  • Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
  • Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
  • Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
  • Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.

Substitute Teacher

Opelika City Schools
Opelika, AL
09.2009 - 05.2015
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
  • Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
  • Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
  • Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
  • Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the day.
  • Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
  • Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.

Education

BBA - Business Management

Troy University
Troy, AL
06-2008

Emergency Special Education Certificate - Special Education

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL

Skills

  • Individualized education plans
  • Assistive technology
  • Behavior management
  • Student assessment
  • Classroom management
  • Data analysis
  • Social skills development
  • Student engagement
  • Team collaboration
  • Positive role model
  • Training in food handling preparation
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Student support
  • Life skills instruction
  • Transition planning
  • Relationship building
  • Social skills training
  • Emotional support

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Opelika City Schools
08.2016 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Opelika City Schools
09.2009 - 05.2015

BBA - Business Management

Troy University

Emergency Special Education Certificate - Special Education

University of West Alabama

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