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Stephanie Jones

Oklahoma City

Summary

Dedicated special education professional with extensive experience supporting students with emotional/behavioral needs, learning disabilities, and transition goals across elementary and secondary settings. Strong background in IEP implementation, behavior intervention, data collection, and collaborative team support. Known for calm, consistent communication, strong rapport with high-needs learners, and creating structured environments that promote safety, independence, and student growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator, Special Education

Yukon High School
Yukon, OK
08.2024 - Current
  • Supported students in developing independent living, vocational, and community-based skills aligned with transition IEP goals.
  • Assisted with functional academics, job readiness, and daily living skills through structured routines and hands-on instruction.
  • Supervised students during on-campus and community-based work experiences, reinforcing workplace expectations and communication skills.
  • Modeled self-advocacy, organization, and social-emotional skills to prepare students for post-secondary settings.
  • Collected data on student independence, engagement, and performance to support transition planning.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Putnam City High School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Assisted students with individualized education plans to achieve learning goals.
  • Facilitated small group activities to enhance social skills and academic engagement.
  • Documented student progress and communicated effectively with educators and parents.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional techniques.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Ralph Downs Elementary School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supported students with mild to moderate disabilities through small group and individualized academic and behavioral interventions.
  • Assisted with IEP implementation, classroom management, and data collection to support student progress.

Paraeducator, Severe Needs

Arbor Grove Elementary School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Supported students with emotional and behavioral needs using consistent routines, individualized behavior supports, and de-escalation strategies.
  • Provided small group and one-on-one academic instruction in reading, writing, and math aligned with IEP goals.
  • Taught self-regulation, coping, and problem-solving skills during academic and non-academic settings.
  • Collaborated daily with special education teachers, counselors, and related service providers to reinforce behavior plans.
  • Collected and documented data on behavior, engagement, and academic performance to support IEP development and team decisions.
  • Maintained a structured, predictable classroom environment that promoted emotional regulation and positive peer interactions

Paraeducator, Severe Needs

Arbor Grove Elementary School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Supported primary students with learning disabilities through targeted instruction in early literacy, numeracy, and foundational academic skills.
  • Delivered individualized and small group interventions aligned with IEP goals using visuals, hands-on materials, and structured routines.
  • Reinforced phonics, sight words, number sense, and fine motor skills using developmentally appropriate strategies.
  • Assisted with academic and behavioral data collection for IEP meetings and instructional planning.

Helped maintain a calm, predictable environment supporting emotional regulation and smooth transitions.

Paraeducator, Severe Needs

Arbor Grove Elementary School
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Supported students with emotional and behavioral needs using consistent routines, individualized behavior supports, and de-escalation strategies.
  • Provided small group and one-on-one academic instruction in reading, writing, and math aligned with IEP goals.
  • Taught self-regulation, coping, and problem-solving skills during academic and non-academic settings.
  • Collaborated daily with special education teachers, counselors, and related service providers to reinforce behavior plans.
  • Collected and documented data on behavior, engagement, and academic performance to support IEP development and team decisions.
  • Maintained a structured, predictable classroom environment that promoted emotional regulation and positive peer interactions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2027

Skills

  • IEP & behavior plan implementation
  • Behavior intervention & de-escalation
  • Trauma-informed practices
  • Data collection & progress monitoring
  • Small group & one-on-one instruction
  • Social-emotional skill development
  • Early literacy & numeracy support
  • Transition, vocational & life skills instruction
  • Community-based instruction
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • CPI Certified

Timeline

Paraeducator, Special Education

Yukon High School
08.2024 - Current

Paraeducator, Special Education

Putnam City High School
08.2022 - 05.2024

Paraeducator, Special Education

Ralph Downs Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2022

Paraeducator, Severe Needs

Arbor Grove Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2021

Paraeducator, Severe Needs

Arbor Grove Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2019

Paraeducator, Severe Needs

Arbor Grove Elementary School
08.2015 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education

Grand Canyon University