Shanna Thompson
Vidor,TX
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 22 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Beaumont ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
Paraeducator, Special Education
San Diego Unified School District
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Co-taught lessons with general education teachers, integrating modifications for special education students seamlessly into the curriculum.
- Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in the classroom setting.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Beaumont Harmony Science Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Vidor ISD
08.2003 - 05.2014
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in the classroom setting.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
No Degree - Education
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, CA09.2021
Registered Behavior Tech - Applied Behavior Analysis
Relias Learning- Region 5 Education
Beaumont, TX07.2017
Associate of Arts - Education
Lamar State College - Orange
Orange, TX03.2014
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Classroom support
- Data Collection
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Emotional Support
- Social Skills Development
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Special Education Knowledge
- Classroom Management
- Behavior management techniques
- Crisis Intervention
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- IEP compliance
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Beaumont ISD
08.2022 - Current
Paraeducator, Special Education
San Diego Unified School District
08.2018 - 06.2022
Paraeducator, Special Education
Beaumont Harmony Science Academy
08.2016 - 05.2018
Paraeducator, Special Education
Vidor ISD
08.2003 - 05.2014
No Degree - Education
University of California, San Diego
Registered Behavior Tech - Applied Behavior Analysis
Relias Learning- Region 5 Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Lamar State College - Orange
Similar Profiles
Alyce SpellAlyce Spell
Special Education Teacher at Beaumont ISDSpecial Education Teacher at Beaumont ISD
LaCosta D. GuidryLaCosta D. Guidry
Instructional Math/Science Coach at Beaumont ISDInstructional Math/Science Coach at Beaumont ISD
David BillsDavid Bills
Social Studies Teacher, U.S. History 8th Grade at Beaumont ISDSocial Studies Teacher, U.S. History 8th Grade at Beaumont ISD