Tara Khami
West Bloomfield,MI
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional with a strong background in fostering student engagement and providing instructional support at WLCSD. Expertise in behavior management and emotional support, particularly for students with special needs. Committed to enhancing learning experiences and creating nurturing educational environments. Demonstrated skills in communication and empathy, ensuring effective support for diverse student populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
WLCSD
Commerce, Michigan
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Supported teachers in classroom activities and student engagement strategies.
- Supervised students during lunch, recess, and other school activities.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management techniques.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and classroom activities.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MISkills
- Student engagement
- Instructional support
- Educational support
- Parent communication
- Group supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Physical assistance
- Positive reinforcement
- Special education support
- Teacher assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Emotional support
- Creating visual displays
- Autism spectrum
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
WLCSD
08.2020 - 05.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Eastern Michigan University
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