Traci Marie Collins
Meigs,GA
Summary
Dedicated elementary educator currently completing a Master of Education in Elementary Education at Valdosta State University with over four years of classroom experience as a paraprofessional in Kansas and Georgia. Skilled in differentiated instruction, small-group intervention, and standards-based instruction aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE). Known for building positive relationships with students, identifying learning readiness levels, and creating engaging classroom environments that support student success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Shiver Elementary School
Pelham, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Provide instructional support across multiple grade levels within Grady County Schools.
- Assist teachers in implementing Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) aligned curriculum.
- Lead small-group instruction in literacy and mathematics.
- Support classroom management and positive student engagement.
- Adapt instruction to meet varying student readiness levels.
Paraprofessional
Prairie Creek Elementary School
Andover, KS
12.2020 - 05.2024
- Assisted teachers with daily classroom instruction and organization.
- Led targeted small-group reading and math interventions.
- Supported diverse learners across multiple grade levels.
- Built strong relationships that encouraged student engagement and confidence.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA07-2026
Teacher Apprenticeship Program - Partial Completion
Wichita State University
Wichita, KSBachelor of General Education - Social Work Emphasis
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2024
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small-Group Intervention
- Student Engagement Strategies
- Classroom Management
- Standards-Based Instruction (GSE)
- Collaboration with Teaching Teams
- Elementary Literacy Support
- Elementary Mathematics Support
- Strong ability to assess student readiness levels
- Creative strategies to keep students engaged
- Energetic and supportive classroom presence
- Collaborative team member with strong communication skills
- Experience supporting multiple grade levels and diverse learners
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Shiver Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Prairie Creek Elementary School
12.2020 - 05.2024
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Valdosta State University
Teacher Apprenticeship Program - Partial Completion
Wichita State University
Bachelor of General Education - Social Work Emphasis
Wichita State University