At Harper Independent School District, I excelled in fostering student growth, particularly in life skills and educational support. Leveraging instructional support and a calm demeanor, I developed individualized learning plans that significantly improved student outcomes. My proactive approach and ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse needs underscore my commitment to enhancing educational experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Harper Independent School District
Harper, TX
08.2020 - 12.2024
Encouraged students to practice real-life scenarios related to the topic being discussed in class.
Oversaw classroom and teaching materials and requisitioned low-stock items.
Attended professional development workshops related to teaching life skills.
Researched best practices related to teaching life skills so they could be incorporated into lesson plans.
Assisted in developing an environment conducive to learning by organizing classroom materials, setting up equipment or preparing supplies needed for activities.
Facilitated group discussions about various life skills topics such as decision making, communication, problem solving.
Collaborated with teachers to assess student needs and create individualized learning plans for each student.
Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
Assisted in creating lesson plans to teach life skills such as budgeting, cooking and job interview preparation.
Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
Provided support to the teacher during class activities and supervised students while completing assignments.
Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
Provided guidance and emotional support when needed throughout the day.
Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
Taught note-taking techniques and test strategies.
Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Notified instructors of errors or problems with assignments.
Maintained records of student attendance, grades and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
Created engaging activities designed to foster critical thinking around life skills topics.
Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
Conducted individual meetings with students to help them develop personal goals and objectives.
Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
Maintained attendance records and documented class activity.
Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
Participated in team meetings with other staff members to discuss strategies for improving student outcomes.
Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Developed educational materials such as worksheets, handouts or visual aids that could be used in the classroom setting.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Supported the development of independent living skills by helping students learn how to shop for groceries, write checks, use public transportation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2025
Skills
Educational support
Goal setting and monitoring
Individual student assistance
Behavior management
Disability awareness
Instructional support
Conflict resolution techniques
Student supervision
Individualized educational plans
Social-emotional support
Calm and patient demeanor
Physical assistance
Teacher assistance
Group and individual instruction
Math intervention
Patient
Behavior improvements
Lesson planning
Progress monitoring
IEP implementation
Safety
Special education support
Skill building support
Peer mediation
Crisis management
Classroom organization
Learning strategies
Individual instruction
Arts and crafts
Classroom support
IEP compliance
Educational assistance
Social support
Reading support
Note-taking assistance
Affiliations
I coach youth sports that my children participate pushing 10 years.
Director of Student Support Services/Pupil Acct at Harper Woods School DistrictDirector of Student Support Services/Pupil Acct at Harper Woods School District