Tonia Schram
Lidgerwood,ND
Summary
I am a patient and caring individual that has worked as a Special Ed Para for the last seven years. Working with multiple students and worked one on one for a majority of this time. The last 3 years I have worked one on one with a little boy who is nonverbal with down syndrome. I am always looking to learn and improve the environment I am in as well as the future of the kiddos I work with. Over the years I have worked with mainly children with behavioral issues along with academic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lidgerwood Public School
Lidgerwood, ND
08.2017 - Current
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Participated in meetings with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, outside agencies regarding student's progress.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Developed lesson plans for small groups or individual students that focused on academic, behavioral, and social goals established in IEPs.
- Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Assisted faculty members or staff with student conferences.
- Developed assignments for pupils to apply learning.
- Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen University Fargo, ND
Fargo, ND06-2023
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical thinking
- Collaboration
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Troubleshooting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependable and responsible
- Social perceptiveness
- Basic math
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lidgerwood Public School
08.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen University Fargo, ND
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