Tara Salvaggio
Mount Holly
Summary
Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Mount Holly BOE
11.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- 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.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
- Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
- Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
- Engaged with students during extracurricular activities, supporting their interests beyond classroom.
- Coordinated with teachers to monitor student progress, identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02-2026
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2024
Skills
- Special Education
- IEP compliance
- IEP implementation
- Transition planning
- First aid and CPR certified
- Reliability
- Student Engagement
- Adaptability
- Hands-on learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Instructional support
- Classroom support
- After-school programs
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Mount Holly BOE
11.2018 - Current
Master of Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
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