Enthusiastic Resource Para Educator with thirteen years of educational experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors.
Overview
Work History
Resource Para Educator
Ochoa Middle School
Pasco, WA
2023 - Current
Science, History, and ELA
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to teach Science, History and ELA s to middle school students.
Created a positive learning environment by using various approaches such as cooperative learning, inquiry-based instruction, and technology-based instruction.
Assessed student progress through formative assessments such as quizzes, tests, and discussions.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop new instructional strategies for teaching ELA topics.
Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and set goals for future development.
Organized field trips to local libraries and museums to introduce different genres of literature.
Para Educator
Spokane School District
Spokane, WA
2012 - 2016
Assisted in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
Assisted teachers with record keeping tasks such as attendance taking and grading papers.
Participated in meetings regarding IEPs and 504 plans for students with special needs.
Middle School Teacher
Bethlehem Lutheran School
Kennewick, WA
2022 - 2023
Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach students in grades 6-8.
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to teach Grammer, Home Room and World Cultures to middle school students.
Provided individualized instruction for students who required extra help in the subject area.
Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and set goals for future development.
Encouraged critical thinking skills by having students analyze text, write essays, and participate in class debates.
Maintained records of student grades, attendance, behavior reports, and other relevant information.
Promoted a safe learning environment by monitoring student behaviors in classrooms and hallways.
Substitute Teacher (K-12)
Clarkston School District
Clarkston, WA
2020 - 2022
Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
Encouraged open communication between teachers and parents about student progress.
Developed creative activities to engage students in learning opportunities.
Substitute Teacher (K-12)
Asotin-Anatatone School District
Asotin, WA
2020 - 2022
Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
Encouraged open communication between teachers and parents about student progress.
Developed creative activities to engage students in learning opportunities.
Kindergarten Leave Replacement Teacher
Sedro-Woolley School District
Sedro-Woolley, WA
2018 - 2019
Provided instruction in accordance with assigned lesson plans and curriculum objectives.
Assisted students in developing positive interpersonal communication skills.
Encouraged active participation from all members of the class during instruction time.
Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
Para Educator
Mount Vernon School District
Mount Vernon, WA
2016 - 2017
Assisted in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
Assisted teachers with record keeping tasks such as attendance taking and grading papers.
Participated in meetings regarding IEPs and 504 plans for students with special needs.
Para Educator
Clovis Unified School District
Clovis
2007 - 2012
Assisted in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
Assisted teachers with record keeping tasks such as attendance taking and grading papers.
Participated in meetings regarding IEPs and 504 plans for students with special needs.
Para Educator
Snowline Unified School District
Phelan, CA
2005 - 2007
Assisted in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
Assisted teachers with record keeping tasks such as attendance taking and grading papers.
Participated in meetings regarding IEPs and 504 plans for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University (GCU)
12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - land/People Valley
Fresno Pacific University (FPU)
07.2012
Skills
Program Development
Group and individual instruction
Differentiated Instruction
Lesson Planning
Parent Interaction
Student relations
Peer Mentoring
Special Education
Elementary Education
Classroom Management
Academic advisement
Student Motivation
Communication abilities
Social Skills Development
Data-driven decision-making
Policy Implementation
Academic Counseling
Goal Setting
Activities
Ran clock for Volley Ball, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball and Wrestling for Ochoa Middle School 2023/2024
Affiliations
Assisted in after school volleyball, basketball and wrestling
Director in after school performance arts
Afterschool tutoring
Lead afterschool detentions and study halls
Timeline
Resource Para Educator
Ochoa Middle School
2023 - Current
Para Educator
Spokane School District
2012 - 2016
Middle School Teacher
Bethlehem Lutheran School
2022 - 2023
Substitute Teacher (K-12)
Clarkston School District
2020 - 2022
Substitute Teacher (K-12)
Asotin-Anatatone School District
2020 - 2022
Kindergarten Leave Replacement Teacher
Sedro-Woolley School District
2018 - 2019
Para Educator
Mount Vernon School District
2016 - 2017
Para Educator
Clovis Unified School District
2007 - 2012
Para Educator
Snowline Unified School District
2005 - 2007
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University (GCU)
Bachelor of Arts - land/People Valley
Fresno Pacific University (FPU)
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