Passionate and friendly Special Education Para Educator with an aptitude for communicating effectively with high school students, teachers, and parents. Offering 21 years of experience and a reputation for planning engaging activities that benefit students across the cognitive spectrum.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Para Educator
Francis Howell Central High School
Saint Charles, MO
08.2003 - Current
Assisted in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
Instructed students in basic academic skills such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
Collaborated with teachers to develop modifications to lesson plans based on the individual needs of each student.
Encouraged positive behavior among students through reinforcement of expectations established by the school district or classroom teacher.
Facilitated inclusion opportunities for special education students within general education classrooms.
Attended professional development workshops related to working with special needs children.
Administered standardized tests under the direction of certified staff members.
Implemented strategies designed to help increase independence among special needs students when completing assignments or activities independently.
Provided feedback to teachers regarding student successes or challenges observed during instruction time.
Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Special Education
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
12-2024
Skills
Individualized Education Plan knowledge
CPR and First Aid
Patience
Communication
Organization
Time Management
Leadership
Teamwork
Timeline
Para Educator
Francis Howell Central High School
08.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Special Education
Missouri State University
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