Traci Toney
PRIDE,LA
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in classroom support and educational technology usage, honed at Central Community School System. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments and leveraging arts and crafts for educational engagement. Skilled in documentation and social support, consistently enhancing student learning experiences and outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Central Community School System
Central, LA
08.2012 - Current
- Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Attended in-services, workshops, and seminars.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to the lead teacher.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Managed classroom technology and assisted students in using educational software.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Took class attendance and recorded absences.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
- Guided students in the classroom setting.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Prepared classroom materials and educational resources for daily lessons.
- Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
Nursery Caregiver
Indian Mound Baptist Church
Greenwell Springs, Louisiana
07.2007 - 12.2020
- Observed children to record development.
- Updated classroom and student records with daily activities and notable incidents.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and behavior incidents.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while supervising outdoor playtime.
- Assisted in maintaining the cleanliness of classrooms and play areas according to established policies.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive, and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Created a safe and nurturing environment by closely monitoring the children's activities.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies as necessary.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Provided emotional support to ensure each child felt secure in their environment.
- Managed conflicts between children in an appropriate manner.
- Engaged children with games and puzzles to promote mental development and enjoyment.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Encouraged good behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and upcoming events.
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Provided daily care for infants and toddlers, including diapering and feeding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/ Human Sources
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO06-2033
Skills
- Documentation
- Storytelling
- Classroom support
- Arts and crafts
- Social support
- Educational assistance
- Classroom technology
- Reading support
- After-school programs
- Educational technology usage
Affiliations
- In my spare time I like to walk to relax and reflect on the day or the week. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends by visiting different state parks around the state, sometimes I like to go to different states to visit their state parks. I like to sing. I sing in the choir at church During the summer I volunteer to help teach at the churches vacation Bible School. I do After care at Tanglewood elementary school on Fridays. I like to make others happy by giving. Example of this would be to buy a child a coat, shoes, and other things that they may need. My favorite thing to do is to buy a special gift for my students at Christmas time.
Certification
I have a certification in CPR, CPI training, and I have a certification as a medical assistance.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Central Community School System
08.2012 - Current
Nursery Caregiver
Indian Mound Baptist Church
07.2007 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/ Human Sources
Colorado Technical University
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