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Traci Thiesen

Hesston,KS

Summary

Dedicated Paraeducator for many years with a proven track record at USD 373, enhancing academic and social outcomes for students with extreme special needs through empathetic support and specialized education strategies, including IEP implementation. Excelled in fostering collaboration and emotional growth, significantly contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environments that would foster an independent life outside of a school setting. Expertise in patience through behavior improvement and relationship building stands out.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator

Usd 373
08.2004 - 05.2010


  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
  • Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Monitored students on field trips and group movement to keep the students safe in public settings.
  • Helped manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Assisted in the development of functional life skills for students with severe multiple disorders through targeted instruction and hands-on experiences.
  • Established strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing resources and strategies for supporting children with severe multiple disorders in the home environment.
  • Provided crisis intervention support as needed, helping maintain a calm atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Promoted social skill development among students with severe multiple disorders by facilitating peer interactions and group activities.
  • Assisted and supported teacher with development and implementation individual learning strategies and student plans.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Kept open and frequent communication in a caring manner with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress, behavioral issues and individualized needs.

Daycare Provider

Sonshine Academy
05.2004 - 07.2006
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication between parents and caregivers.
  • Offered top-notch care to school aged children after school and during the summer months to 19 children at once, ranging in age from six to 13.
  • Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children''s behavior, setting clear expectations for conduct in the daycare setting.
  • Encouraged creativity through various art projects and hands-on activities designed to stimulate imagination while building fine motor skills.
  • Introduced children to the value of volunteer work at a local humane society.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.

Sales Associate

Walmart
06.2002 - 07.2004
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions in a kind caring manner.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
  • Contributed to positive shopping environment by maintaining organized and welcoming store appearance.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations when needed.

Education

No Degree - Social Work

Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS

No Degree - Social Work

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS

Bachelor of Science - Human Services And Management

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01-2010

Skills

  • Empathetic
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Emotional Support
  • Special Education Support including IEP familiarity and knowledge
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Social integration
  • Behavior improvements
  • Social development and integration
  • Relationship Building
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Communicate and advocate for others when needed

Timeline

Paraeducator

Usd 373
08.2004 - 05.2010

Daycare Provider

Sonshine Academy
05.2004 - 07.2006

Sales Associate

Walmart
06.2002 - 07.2004

No Degree - Social Work

Hutchinson Community College

No Degree - Social Work

Kansas State University

Bachelor of Science - Human Services And Management

University of Phoenix

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