Competent 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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bowling Green City Schools
10.2023 - Current
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Store Team Member
Target
08.2018 - Current
Maintained general knowledge of departments to help customers quickly locate products and merchandise.
Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and promptly addressing concerns.
Organized and recovered shelves, put away returns, and cleaned spills and messes to maintain high standards throughout sales floor.
Developed strong relationships with regular customers which increased return visits.
Interacted positively with team members and customers to promote commitment to organization's vision and values.
Resolved customer complaints professionally, demonstrating empathy and commitment to excellent service.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Warren County School District
09.2016 - 02.2020
Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Education
No Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
12.2025
Skills
IEP compliance
Teacher Assistance
Learning Disabilities Support
Classroom Organization
Collaboration with teachers
Verbal and written communication
Teaching and instruction
Student Supervision
Behavioral plan management
Special needs
Autism and spectrum disorders
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bowling Green City Schools
10.2023 - Current
Store Team Member
Target
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Warren County School District
09.2016 - 02.2020
No Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies
Western Kentucky University
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