Sponsoring extra curriculum activities
Valencia Cooper
Behavior Interventionist
Patterson,LA
Summary
Experienced Behavior Interventionist successful at helping students cope with academic and social stressors. Friendly and adaptable with 2 1/2 years in field. Strong member of counseling and educational teams.
Motivated Behavior Specialist adept at working with students of all backgrounds and socioeconomic levels. Familiar with neglect and child abuse situations.
Advocates for available resources and builds powerful support network around children in need .
Caring Behavior Specialist eager to work with teachers and students to improve classroom interactions and academic success.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
32
32
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Behavior Interventionist
Jefferson Parish School Board
Harvey, LA
01.2017 - Current
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Assessed students using effective testing instruments and tools.
- Recommended treatment protocols such as group therapy or rehabilitation.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Terrebonne Parish School Board
Houma, LA
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Developed and implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Pre-K, 1st, PE, SPED Teacher
St. Mary Parish School Board
Centerville, LA
08.1998 - 12.2015
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA 08.2006 - 12.2010
Certification in Elementary - Education
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA 08.2000 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA 08.1993 - 12.2016
Skills
Analytical approach
undefinedAccomplishments
- Improved referral procedures, resulting in more students helped and better classroom environments.
- Trained staff and faculty on referral procedures and intervention strategies.
Additional Information
I was the sponsor of a Drama Club.
I am a member of Delta Sigma Theta.
I volunteered as a T-Ball coach.
I volunteered as an Iddy Biddy basketball coach.
I am a member of a nonprofit organization.
I volunteered to feed the needy.
Interests
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Jefferson Parish School Board
01.2017 - Current
5th Grade ELA Teacher
Terrebonne Parish School Board
01.2016 - 12.2016
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Nicholls State University
08.2006 - 12.2010
Certification in Elementary - Education
Nicholls State University
08.2000 - 12.2004
Pre-K, 1st, PE, SPED Teacher
St. Mary Parish School Board
08.1998 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
08.1993 - 12.2016
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