Takeis Camp
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Multi-talented paraprofessional with 22 years of experience directing students in the special education population, and assisting lead teachers. Expert at restating lesson information, tutoring, applying rules and working with struggling students in small group groups. Team-minded when collaborating with teacher and implementing set lesson plans and classroom activities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Warrensville Heights City School District
Warrensville Heights, OH
10.2000 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
Education
Cosmetology
Cuyahoga County Joint Vocational School
Brecksville, OH06.1994
Diploma - General Studies
R.B Chamberlin
Twinsburg, OH05.1994
Skills
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Classroom Management
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Filing and Classroom Organization
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Special Education Background
- First Aid and CPR
- Special Needs Support
- State Certification and Accreditation
- Grading and Reviewing Student Work
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Individualized Education Plans
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- State CDE Approved Paraprofessional
- Appropriate Age Group Experience
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
Accomplishments
- Awarded Clevelands Own nomination by Warrensville City school district in 2022, and several certifications in CPR, CPI, RBT, and district inservice professional development trainings.
- Achieved ESEA Highly Qualified Paraprofessional
- Achieved Cuyahoga County Commissioners Outstanding Paraprofessional Award in 2002.
- Achieved Paraprofessional Praxis Certification in 2004.
- Awarded multiple certificates for staff appreciations , employee of the month and perfect attendance.
Certification
- CPR, CPI, RBT, district professional developments trainings, works international trainings, para pro praxis , ESEA Highly Qualified . 2000 to current.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Warrensville Heights City School District
10.2000 - Current
Cosmetology
Cuyahoga County Joint Vocational School
Diploma - General Studies
R.B Chamberlin
- CPR, CPI, RBT, district professional developments trainings, works international trainings, para pro praxis , ESEA Highly Qualified . 2000 to current.
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