Tessa Anderson
Centralia,WA
Summary
Enthusiastic and compassionate Paraeducator, with a focus on Special Education. Background includes curriculum development and implementation, managing individualized education plans (IEPs) and fostering supportive learning environments for racially and ability diverse student populations. Strengths include strong communication skills, patience, empathy, creativity, organization and adaptability. Previous work has made significant impact in improving students' academic performance, emotional intelligence and social skills. Extensive collaboration with staff and administration to foster trauma-informed and inclusive practices. Work closely with families to facilitate a deep understanding of the needs of each student.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Chehalis School District
Chehalis, WA
10.2015 - Current
- Participated in professional development workshops related to special education topics such as autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and social workers to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, assessments and other relevant information according to district requirements.
- Developed instructional materials that met the unique needs of each student's learning style.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored specifically for individuals with disabilities.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to create differentiated assignments that addressed the varied abilities of all learners.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- "Right Response" certified in de-escalation techniques.
- CPR, first-aid, and Naloxone certified.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Critical Race, And Gender Studies
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WASkills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Transition planning
- Social Skills Development
- Data Collection
- Disability Awareness
- Progress Monitoring
- IEP compliance
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Behavioral plan management
- Special needs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Chehalis School District
10.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Critical Race, And Gender Studies
The Evergreen State College
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