Motivated paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
DCPS @ Bridge To Sucess Academy
Jacksonville, FL
08.2023 - Current
Providing instructions
Aiding with academics
Monitoring behavior
Facilitating socialization
Delivering physical support (if needed)
Coordinating with the teacher on lessons and daily classroom activities
Assisting other educators with administrative tasks like paperwork and reports
Communicating with children and helping them understand lessons
Guiding classroom behavior
Record keeping
Preparation
Reinforcing lessons
Supervision
Individualized support
Redirecting individuals
High risk individuals
Substitute Teacher
ESS (Educational Solution Services)
Jacksonville, FL
08.2022 - 06.2024
Study and follow the curriculum and lesson plan as provided by the absent teacher or the principal
Apply various teaching techniques (including interactive methods and game-based activities) to encourage participation and facilitate learning
Prepare educational materials, such as notes, exercises and additional resources
Assign classwork and homework
Take attendance according to school policy
Grade students’ assignments and provide constructive feedback
Keep track of students’ progress and write down information that’ll be useful to the regular teacher
Report any incidents regarding students’ behavior in and out of the classroom
Maintain a tidy and safe class environment for students
Oversee school equipment and ensure students use it properly
Enrichment Teacher/Assistant Manager
Vision for Excellence
Jacksonville, FL
08.2016 - 07.2022
Assist in planning
Implementing, and evaluating after-school activities
Ensure the safety of students at all times
Provide homework assistance and academic support to students
Facilitate and supervise group activities Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and administrators about student progress and develop
Implement engaging curriculum plans for enrichment programs
Facilitate interactive and experiential learning sessions
Teach various topics and skills such as arts, sciences, humanities, and physical fitness
Provide personalized instruction and adapt to different learning styles
Assess student performance and issue grades
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Opthalmic Technology
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS
05-1997
Skills
Social Skills Training
Adaptive technology
Community Integration
Teaching assistance
Study Skills Coaching
Note-taking assistance
Classroom support
Math assistant
Reading assistance
Individual student assistance
Teacher support
Behavior management
Classroom Organization
Safety understanding
Activity Planning
Affiliations
Dedicated to My Craft
Love to go Camping/Travel
Currently enrolled in College
Timeline
Paraprofessional
DCPS @ Bridge To Sucess Academy
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ESS (Educational Solution Services)
08.2022 - 06.2024
Enrichment Teacher/Assistant Manager
Vision for Excellence
08.2016 - 07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Opthalmic Technology