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Temika Watkins

Grand Prairie,USA

Summary

Compassionate SpEd Paraprofessional adept at fostering a productive and supportive learning environment for students with special needs. Known for efficiently completing tasks and managing time effectively to enhance educational experiences. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, individualized education plan (IEP) implementation, and adaptive learning technology. Excel in communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations. Self-starter proudly promotes positive educational environments. Offers strong background working with special needs students. Attentive to details and thorough in helping students complete assignments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

SpEd Paraprofessional

International Leadership ILTEXAS
Grand Prairie, TX
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in creating IEPs based on assessment results and input from teachers and parents.
  • Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Attended IEP meetings to discuss student progress and plan future goals.
  • Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
  • Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
  • Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
  • Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors.
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.

Special Education Coordinator

Crowley Independent School District
Crowley, TX
01.2023 - Current
  • Behavioral Specialist Assistance
  • Special Education Inclusion IA
  • File papers
  • Computer work for all students in the district
  • Enter in database for every student
  • Schedule appointments
  • Schedule Ard’s with parents
  • Make students schedule for the year
  • Assist the Superintendent office
  • Sort paper work for front office administration

Instructional Paraprofessional

Crowley Independent School District
Crowley, TX
08.2016 - 01.2023
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
  • Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
  • Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
  • Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
  • Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
  • Proctored examinations and monitored for cheating.
  • Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion and critical thinking.
  • Instructed students in basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing techniques, mathematics computation.
  • Participated in staff development activities as assigned by school administration.

Production Worker

Amazon
Fort Worth, TX
02.2015 - 12.2015
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
  • Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Verified accuracy of finished products against work orders or blueprints.

Paraprofessional

Yazoo City High
Yazoo City, MS
01.2011 - 08.2014
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
  • Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
  • Prepared classroom materials and educational resources for daily lessons.
  • Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
  • Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.

Assembly Line Worker

Nissan North America, Inc.
Canton, MS
05.2010 - 12.2011
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures at all times.
  • Created and maintained production schedules based on employee productivity, company needs and seasonal plans.
  • Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
  • Worked quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers about production progress throughout shift hours.
  • Reported any safety hazards or defective parts encountered during assembly operations.

Education

Master in Education - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2024

Cosmetology License -

Cosmetology Career
Jackson, MS
12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS
05.2012

High School Diploma -

Yazoo County High School
Yazoo City, MS
05.2005

Some College - Social Work

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS

Skills

  • Staff Development
  • Program Analysis
  • Policies and Procedures Enforcement
  • Special Education Data Base
  • Special education strategies
  • Academic instruction
  • IEP development
  • Classroom organization
  • Progress monitoring
  • Collaboration skills
  • Data entry
  • Student scheduling
  • Behavior management
  • Assistive technology

Activities

  • Member of Order of Eastern Star
  • Alumni of Jackson State University
  • Alumni of Grand Canyon University

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

SpEd Paraprofessional

International Leadership ILTEXAS
02.2024 - Current

Special Education Coordinator

Crowley Independent School District
01.2023 - Current

Instructional Paraprofessional

Crowley Independent School District
08.2016 - 01.2023

Production Worker

Amazon
02.2015 - 12.2015

Paraprofessional

Yazoo City High
01.2011 - 08.2014

Assembly Line Worker

Nissan North America, Inc.
05.2010 - 12.2011

Master in Education - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University

Cosmetology License -

Cosmetology Career

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Jackson State University

High School Diploma -

Yazoo County High School

Some College - Social Work

Mississippi Valley State University

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