Tamara Lopez
Springfield,MA
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional with experience in providing tailored support to students with diverse learning needs. Skills include implementing individualized education plans, fostering inclusive classroom environments, and utilizing adaptive teaching methods to enhance student understanding. Demonstrated impact includes improved academic progress for special needs students and increased collaboration between educational team members for consistent student support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mary Walsh Elementary school
Springfield , MA
04.2018 - Current
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Margaret C. Ells Elementary
Springfield , MA
01.2014 - 04.2024
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Special Education Summer School Teacher
Mary Walsh Elementary School
Springfield, MA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Created an inclusive learning environment that was conducive to student success.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in class.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student needs.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies including lectures, hands-on activities, projects.
- Interacted with children and promoted good behavior through positive reinforcers.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students and teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Spingfield College
Springfield, Ma05-2009
Associate of Science - Human Services
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA05-2007
Skills
- Activities Oversight
- Data Collection
- Special needs
- Classroom Organization
- Life Skills Development
- Help attain IEP goals
Accomplishments
- Springfield Public Schools Union Para Educator of the month
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Summer School Teacher
Mary Walsh Elementary School
07.2023 - 08.2023
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mary Walsh Elementary school
04.2018 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Margaret C. Ells Elementary
01.2014 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Spingfield College
Associate of Science - Human Services
Holyoke Community College
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