Susanne Braaten
Rainier,WA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 12 years with proven expertise in Special Education Knowledge and Collaboration Abilities, honed at Seaside School District. Experience in individual and small group instruction with children of diverse ages in grades 1-12. Excelled in enhancing student outcomes through individualized support in both IEP-focused curriculum and mainstream classroom assignments, and fostered strong relationships with students and staff alike. Demonstrated a commitment to future success and IEP compliance by leading a high school life skills group.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Seaside School District
09.1996 - 06.2009
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Coordinated IEP meetings with parents, staff and Special Education team.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts-Social And Behavioral Sciences
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ06-2018
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR05-1995
Skills
- Teaching and instruction
- Classroom support
- Special Education Knowledge
- Data Collection
- Collaboration Abilities
- Transition planning
- Life Skills Development
- IEP compliance
- Clerical support
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Seaside School District
09.1996 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts-Social And Behavioral Sciences
Thomas Edison State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Clatsop Community College
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