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Vonda Mouzone

Harrington,DE

Summary

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraeducator

David Robinson Elementary
08.2021 - Current
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • 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.
  • Strengthened communication between school staff, parents, and students by serving as a liaison for information sharing.
  • Actively participated in regular team meetings to discuss student progress, share ideas, and collaborate on strategies for continued success.
  • Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
  • Contributed to the development of classroom materials that aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.

Paraeducator

Star Hill Elementary
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • 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.
  • Strengthened communication between school staff, parents, and students by serving as a liaison for information sharing.
  • Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
  • Supported teachers in managing diverse classroom populations by providing targeted interventions for students who required additional assistance or modifications.

Pre-K Teacher

Telamon Corporation
08.2017 - 06.2019
  • 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.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.

Teaching Assistant

The Growing Year
10.2015 - 07.2016
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
  • Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.

Assembly Technician

AAR
05.2009 - 03.2013
  • Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
  • Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
  • Kept work areas organized, tidy, and clean for maximum productivity.
  • Reassembled and adjusted components to meet required specifications.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors regarding potential issues or concerns impacting the efficiency of assembly processes.
  • Improved product quality with meticulous attention to detail during assembly processes.
  • Followed specific blueprints and diagrams to assemble components and comply with industry standards.
  • Inspected parts and assemblies before shipment to customers to verify accuracy.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets by maintaining a focused and efficient work approach.m

Teacher

Agape International Academy
08.2004 - 06.2007
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Lead Education Technician

US Army Child Development Center
06.2000 - 06.2001
  • Championed inclusive education by adapting instructional materials for students with special needs or language barriers, ensuring equal access to course content for all learners.
  • Acted as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective teaching practices and classroom management techniques.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
  • Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education technology integration, resulting in more engaging lessons that better addressed diverse learning styles.
  • Enhanced student engagement with hands-on activities and group projects, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • 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.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.

Home Daycare Provider

Self
05.1998 - 05.2000
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
  • Offered children numerous opportunities throughout each week to get sunshine and exercise in yard and at local parks.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks such as enrollment paperwork processing resulting in efficiency improvements.
  • Treated basic first aid needs such as cleaning and bandaging minor cuts.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Administered nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits in children.
  • Balanced children's days between play, instruction, and rest with well-designed schedules.
  • Organized engaging arts and crafts projects to foster creativity and fine motor skills among the children.
  • Promoted good social skills by helping children work through conflicts and leading many collaborative games.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, addressing concerns, and providing updates on their child''s progress.
  • Kept children safe and secure in different environments with diligent monitoring and effective management strategies.
  • Assisted children patiently through many different scenarios and modeled positive behaviors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Ashworth College
Norcross, GA
05.2018

Skills

  • Small Group Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Emotional Support
  • Student Engagement
  • Health and safety
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Behavior improvements
  • Teacher Support
  • Individual Instruction
  • Instructional assistance
  • Smartboard
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Multicultural Awareness

Certification

Paraeducator Instructional

Stratford Career Institute Diploma (Education)

Kaplan University A.S ( Early Childhood Ed)

Paraeducator Tile 1

Early Childhood Curriculum Coordinator

Timeline

Paraeducator

David Robinson Elementary
08.2021 - Current

Paraeducator

Star Hill Elementary
10.2020 - 06.2021

Pre-K Teacher

Telamon Corporation
08.2017 - 06.2019

Teaching Assistant

The Growing Year
10.2015 - 07.2016

Assembly Technician

AAR
05.2009 - 03.2013

Teacher

Agape International Academy
08.2004 - 06.2007

Lead Education Technician

US Army Child Development Center
06.2000 - 06.2001

Home Daycare Provider

Self
05.1998 - 05.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Ashworth College

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