Stephanie Fields
Garrettsville,OH
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with proven experience at Renhill Group, excelling in fostering student safety and positive learning outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in learning disabilities support and effective collaboration with teachers. Achieved a more focused classroom environment through innovative behavior management techniques, enhancing peer relationships and student self-confidence. Skilled in both verbal and nonverbal communication, committed to continuous professional development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Renhill Group
Garrettsville, OH
02.2017 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
James A. Garfield Local Schools
Garrettsville, OH05.2001
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Horticulture
Maplewood Career Center
Ravenna, OH05.2001
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Emotional Regulation
- Activity management
- Instructional delivery
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Renhill Group
02.2017 - Current
High School Diploma - General Studies
James A. Garfield Local Schools
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Horticulture
Maplewood Career Center
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