Shandale Thomas
Capitol Heights,MD
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at PGCPS, adept in classroom management and teacher collaboration. Enhanced student engagement through innovative behavioral interventions, resulting in a positive learning environment. Skilled in delivering personalized educational support, showcasing a blend of strong organizational abilities and effective communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Decided Aide
PGCPS
Kettering Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Supported students with lessons under the direction of the lead teacher and the special education teacher in the resource room.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior support in all school settings.
- Accompanied and assisted students during related service sessions (speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc).Helped assist students using the approaches as prescribed in the behavior plan.
- Collected and recorded data based on observable behavior of students.
Special Education Dedicated Aide
PGCPS
Robert R Gray Elementary School
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Supported students with lessons under the direction of the lead teacher and the special education teacher in the resource room.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior support in all school settings.
- Accompanied and assisted students during related service sessions (speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc).Helped assist students using the approaches as prescribed in the behavior plan.
- Collected and recorded data based on observable behavior of students.
ISEA
PGCPS
Concord Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Maintained records and logs of students progress.
- Addressed children’s personal care needs as well as learning and behavioral needs under the direction of classroom teacher(s) or program coordinator.
- Participated in a wide variety of activities that met the developmental learning needs of students with disabilities
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Supported students with IEP’s in various school settings.
ISEA
PGCPS
Capitol Heights Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Maintained records and logs of students progress.
- Addressed children’s personal care needs as well as learning and behavioral needs under the direction of classroom teacher(s) or program coordinator.
- Participated in a wide variety of activities that met the developmental learning needs of students with disabilities
- Communicated effectively with all school personnel (i.e. administrators, classroom teacher, support staff, related services providers, coordinator
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Supported students with IEP’s in various school settings.
Paraprofessional
PGCPS
Concord Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Worked with teachers assisted in guiding class discussions; assisted students experiencing difficulties.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted students who needed additional help learning a specific concept.
- Helped prepare materials and equipment for teachersHelp with class reinforcement lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students.
- Worked regularly with teachers to discuss plans of student's progress.
Paraprofessional Educator
PGCPS
Kenmoor Early Childhood Center
08.2016 - 09.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Worked with teachers assisted in guiding class discussions; assisted students experiencing difficulties.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted students who needed additional help learning a specific concept.
- Helped prepare materials and equipment for teachersHelp with class reinforcement lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students.
- Worked regularly with teachers to discuss plans of student's progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Suitland High School
Suitland, MD05.2012
Education -
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHSkills
- Classroom Management
- Teacher Collaboration
- Writing Support
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom support
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Engagement
- Teacher Assistance
- Behavioral Interventions
References
Lois Msonde
Special Education Teacher
Lois.Msonde@pgcps.org
Dorrie Chapmen
Student Advocate
Dorrie.Chatman@pgcps.org
Lisa Lamar
Special Education Coordinator
Lisa.Lamar@pgcps.org
Timeline
Paraprofessional
PGCPS
08.2017 - 06.2018
ISEA
PGCPS
08.2016 - 06.2017
Paraprofessional Educator
PGCPS
08.2016 - 09.2024
ISEA
PGCPS
08.2015 - 06.2016
Special Education Dedicated Aide
PGCPS
08.2014 - 06.2015
Special Education Decided Aide
PGCPS
08.2013 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Suitland High School
Education -
Eastern Gateway Community College