Tywilla Railey
Hulbert,OK
Summary
Paraprofessional offers 10 years in early childhood newborn to kindergarten classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management. CPR and First Aid.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Grandview School District
Tahlequah, OK
10.2018 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
Early Childhood Educator
Oak Tree Children's Academy
Muskogee, OK
08.2011 - 10.2018
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive and safe classroom environments.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Nurtured supportive learning environment, often used as model for other classrooms.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
OSU
Online05.2015
High School Diploma -
Ft Gibson High School
Ft Gibson Ok05.1981
Skills
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Classroom Technology
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organization and Prioritization
- Individual Student Assistance
- Reading and Writing Support
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Classroom Management
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Effective Communication
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Student Health and Safety
- First Aid
- Mathematics Instruction
- Special Education
- Classroom Support
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Group Sessions
- Early Childhood Training
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Preschool Programs
- Instructing Small Groups
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- State CDE Approved Paraprofessional
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Positive Learning Environment
- Google Meet
- Communication Disorders
Accomplishments
- Tutored 3 special needs students before and after school.
Certification
- Licensed Paraprofressional - 1.5 yrs
- CDA, Oaktree acadamy - 4yrs
- Certified CPR, Grandview and Oaktree - 11 yrs
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Grandview School District
10.2018 - Current
Early Childhood Educator
Oak Tree Children's Academy
08.2011 - 10.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
OSU
High School Diploma -
Ft Gibson High School
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