Shannon Henry
Pekin,IL
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with a proven track record at Tazewell Mason Counties Special Education Association, skilled in behavior management and effective communication. Enhanced student engagement through tailored support strategies and small group instruction, fostering a positive learning environment. Committed to monitoring progress and building strong relationships to promote academic success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Tazewell Mason Counties Special Education Asscociation
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted educators in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing instructional materials and managing student behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers to monitor student progress and provide feedback on academic performance.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance comprehension of core subjects among students.
- Observed and documented student interactions, contributing to tailored support strategies for individual needs.
- Created a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and social interaction.
- 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.
Maintenance
Pekin Public Library
12.2023 - 10.2025
- Conducted preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance actions.
- Increased efficiency through predictive and preventive maintenance strategies.
- Performed scheduled maintenance and quickly responded to unscheduled maintenance requests.
- Coordinated with maintenance team to ensure timely repairs and preventive maintenance schedules in all guestrooms and public areas.
- Tracked maintenance activities and maintained detailed records.
- Assisted management with developing preventive maintenance programs designed to minimize unscheduled maintenance events.
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Assisted with ride maintenance, identifying potential issues and coordinating with the maintenance team for timely repairs.
- Worked closely with maintenance staff to schedule repairs and preventative maintenance tasks, reducing equipment malfunctions and extending service life.
Maintenance
Manpower
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Accomplished maintenance manpower and aircraft maintenance actions using Integrated Maintenance Data System global data repository.
- Supervised client site repairs, installations, modifications and maintenance.
- Reduced downtime for truck maintenance by implementing a preventative maintenance program.
- Ensured timely completion of repairs by coordinating with maintenance teams during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events.
Custodian
Abbco
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards across facilities using appropriate cleaning tools and methods.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Operated floor care equipment to enhance surface maintenance and longevity.
- Implemented efficient waste disposal practices, fostering a cleaner environment for staff and visitors.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington Community High School
Washington05-2005
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher support
- Patient
- Classroom support
- Teacher assistance
- Data collection
- Computer skills
- Student supervision
- Emotional support
- Relationship building
- Behavior improvements
- Progress monitoring
- Supervising student activities
- Conflict resolution techniques
Certification
emergency paraprofessional license.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Tazewell Mason Counties Special Education Asscociation
10.2025 - Current
Maintenance
Pekin Public Library
12.2023 - 10.2025
Maintenance
Manpower
05.2023 - 12.2023
Custodian
Abbco
08.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Washington Community High School