Tamara Johnson
Pontiac
Summary
Dedicated Paraeducator with extensive experience at Pontiac School District, adept at implementing individualized education plans and enhancing student engagement through small group instruction. Skilled in behavioral management and social-emotional development, I effectively foster positive learning environments and support diverse learning needs, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Pontiac School District
09.2019 - 03.2025
- Supported individualized education plans through direct assistance in classroom settings.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to modify curricula for diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to promote positive student interactions.
- Assisted in the assessment of student progress, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Led training sessions on adaptive technologies to enhance accessibility for students with disabilities.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through one-on-one counseling sessions and group activities.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mental Health
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI05-2026
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum modification
- Behavioral management strategies
- Social-emotional development
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Data collection
- IEP implementation
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Pontiac School District
09.2019 - 03.2025
Associate of Arts - Mental Health
Oakland Community College