Vesla Young
Odenville,AL
Summary
Compassionate educator with extensive experience in supporting students with disabilities and implementing individualized education plans. Proven ability to enhance classroom dynamics through strong communication and teamwork while ensuring student safety and engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
St. Clair County Board Of Education
Odenville, AL
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities and social interactions.
- Monitored student progress and communicated insights to educators to inform instruction.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective learning environments.
- Provided assistance during classroom transitions and emergency drills.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students, fostering their confidence and autonomy.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to create and implement personalized learning strategies that enhanced student engagement.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Supervised special education class during lead teacher's absence.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Maintained attendance records and documented class activity.
Substitute Teacher
WillSub
Odenville, AL
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Facilitated student engagement with interactive activities to boost participation.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
- Promoted positive student behavior through effective communication techniques.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Maintained classroom organization and cleanliness during lessons.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Delivered detailed notes and reports on daily classroom activities to primary teacher.
- Requested substitute teacher assignment based on positive referrals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington Magnet High School
Montgomery, AL06-1999
Skills
- Special needs support
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Behavior management
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Physical disabilities support
- Experienced with ACC devices
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- MCS Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
St. Clair County Board Of Education
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
WillSub
08.2018 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington Magnet High School