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Ylaria Flight

Pasadena,Maryland

Summary

Dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant at AACPS-Oakwood Elementary, skilled in implementing data-driven instruction and fostering emotional support. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and behavior through positive reinforcement and tailored teaching strategies, ensuring academic success for diverse learners. Committed to creating an inclusive and organized classroom environment.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher Assistant

AACPS-Oakwood Elementary
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, behaviors, and IEP goals for effective communication with all stakeholders involved in the educational process.
  • Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Helped classroom teachers achieve instructional objectives.
  • Utilized assistive technology tools to help students access curriculum materials more effectively.

TSA

AACPS-Woodside Elementary
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
  • Assessed student abilities through various formative measures leading towards appropriate goal-setting initiatives.
  • Facilitated small group instruction sessions focusing on targeted skill areas for increased mastery levels.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction, using assessment results to tailor teaching methods to individual student needs.

Education

Manhattan Comprehensive HS
New York, NY

No Degree -

Para Pro Certificate
Maryland

Skills

  • Patience and flexibility
  • Teaching strategies
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Learning difficulties experience
  • Emotional support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Sensory integration strategies
  • Classroom organization
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Nonverbal communication
  • Data collection

Timeline

Special Education Teacher Assistant

AACPS-Oakwood Elementary
08.2023 - Current

TSA

AACPS-Woodside Elementary
04.2021 - 06.2023

Manhattan Comprehensive HS

No Degree -

Para Pro Certificate
Ylaria Flight