- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Music
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- I am the vice president of Miracle League, an all ages special needs baseball program
Tanya Wilson
Denton
Summary
Dynamic paraprofessional with a proven track record at Denton ISD, excelling in individualized instruction and classroom management. Skilled in developing tailored educational materials and implementing effective strategies that enhance student engagement. Adept at monitoring progress and fostering collaborative teaching environments, contributing to improved student outcomes and a positive classroom culture.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Denton ISD
08.2009 - Current
- Supported classroom activities by providing individualized assistance to students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective instructional strategies and enhance student engagement.
- Monitored student progress, reporting behavioral and academic concerns to facilitate timely interventions.
- Assisted in the development of educational materials, tailoring resources to support varied learning styles.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals, sharing best practices for classroom management and instructional support.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, contributing to improved student outcomes and classroom dynamics.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Sales Associate
Hallmark Gold Crown
08.2009 - 10.2016
- Facilitated customer engagement through product knowledge and personalized recommendations.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal product availability and minimize stockouts.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store operations to enhance team performance.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to maximize product visibility and increase sales.
- Led promotional events, coordinating logistics to boost store traffic and sales performance.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
- Streamlined checkout processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing wait times for customers.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MABachelor's of Applied Arts And Sciences - Concentration in Sociology And Managment
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2025
Skills
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Special education support
- Student progress monitoring
- Collaborative teaching strategies
- Peer mentoring and coaching
Interests
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Denton ISD
08.2009 - Current
Sales Associate
Hallmark Gold Crown
08.2009 - 10.2016
Associate of Science - Dental Assisting
Massasoit Community College
Bachelor's of Applied Arts And Sciences - Concentration in Sociology And Managment
University of North Texas