Tabitha Watson
Parsons
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at USD 101, skilled in special education and classroom management. Recognized for implementing positive reinforcement strategies that enhance student engagement and support diverse learning needs. Proficient in IEP documentation and instructional technology, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal student outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute
USD 101
08.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Special Education Paraprofessional
ANW Cooperative
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Direct Support Worker
SKIL Resource Center Inc.
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted disabled client to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sek Interlocal 637
09.2011 - 05.2017
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint Paul High School
Saint Paul, KS05-2005
Skills
- Subject matter expertise
- Positive reinforcement
- Student engagement
- Instructional technology
- Special education
- Classroom management
- IEP documentation
- Smartboard technology
Timeline
Substitute
USD 101
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
ANW Cooperative
09.2020 - 05.2024
Direct Support Worker
SKIL Resource Center Inc.
08.2018 - 06.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sek Interlocal 637
09.2011 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Saint Paul High School
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