Stephanie Trapen
Independence,LA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a proven track record of excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and make valuable contributions to organizational growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Tangipahoa Parish School System
03.2014 - Current
- Coordinate and manage the scheduling of meetings
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Develop and support working relationships with administration, pupil appraisal members, students, and parents
- Development Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) designed to promote students educational, physical, and/or social development.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Para Educator/Child Specific
Tangipahoa Parish School System
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Observe student’s performance and record relevant data to assess progress
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Resource Teacher
Robert Head Start
05.2012 - 10.2013
- Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, and social development
- Administer developmental assessments and interpret results
- Maintain accurate and complete student records
- Conduct Home Visits of families to offer support and resources
- Initiate the referral process for services for children.
Childcare / Substitute teaching
Self Employed
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Office Manager/Compliance Coordinator
Lamar Advertising of Hammond
01.1998 - 01.2009
- Provide administrative assistant support, including filing, typing and preparing general correspondence
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Assist with collections via phone and/or mail correspondence
- Process accounts payable and expense reports.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Education
Master’s in Art of Teaching - Special Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA08.2017
Bachelor of General Studies - Relevant Coursework in Family and Consumer Sciences
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12.2012
Associates Degree in Business Administration -
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12.1998
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Student Records Management
- Assessment administration
- MS Office proficient
- Competent in Smartboard technology
- Analytical Thinking
- Flexible
- Data Management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Tangipahoa Parish School System
03.2014 - Current
Para Educator/Child Specific
Tangipahoa Parish School System
10.2013 - 03.2014
Resource Teacher
Robert Head Start
05.2012 - 10.2013
Childcare / Substitute teaching
Self Employed
01.2009 - 01.2012
Office Manager/Compliance Coordinator
Lamar Advertising of Hammond
01.1998 - 01.2009
Master’s in Art of Teaching - Special Education
Southeastern Louisiana University
Bachelor of General Studies - Relevant Coursework in Family and Consumer Sciences
Southeastern Louisiana University
Associates Degree in Business Administration -
Southeastern Louisiana University
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