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Vicki Kirkpatrick

Summary

Energetic Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels. Understands importance of teaching solid study habits for testing success and reaching their fullest potential.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional in the CDP Room

Distrct 47
Crystal Lake, IL
08.2017 - Current
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Prepared learning materials, helping teachers prepare for daily instruction.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.

Long Term Substitute Teacher

District 47
Crystal Lake, IL
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
  • Organized lesson plans using teaching software for long-term interim assignments.

Playground Supervisor

District 47
Crystal Lake, IL
02.2014 - 06.2017
  • Supported individual children and young people with special needs to integrate and play.
  • Administered basic first aid to treat injuries or illnesses.
  • Oversaw children on playground to monitor safety and suitability of activities.
  • Inspected equipment on playground to report any safety concerns.
  • Monitored students' progress and provided students and teachers with assistance in resolving problems.

President of UPS for DownS

UPS For DownS
Schaumburg, IL
07.2012 - 07.2016

Was responsible for overseeing the Organization

Attended events

Fundraised

Took the initiative to find other members

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Harper College
Palatine, IL

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Audio-Visual Demonstrations
  • Classroom Technology
  • Facilitating Online Learning
  • Educational Strategies
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Reinforcing Learning Concepts
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Educational Assistance
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Individualized Educational Plans

Timeline

Long Term Substitute Teacher

District 47
03.2022 - 05.2022

Paraprofessional in the CDP Room

Distrct 47
08.2017 - Current

Playground Supervisor

District 47
02.2014 - 06.2017

President of UPS for DownS

UPS For DownS
07.2012 - 07.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Harper College
Vicki Kirkpatrick