Dedicated paraprofessional with proven skills in classroom management, individualized instruction, and student assessment. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and enhancing student engagement through tailored educational strategies. Proactive paraprofessional with over 12 years of experience in classroom support and behavior management. Known for implementing individualized education plans and enhancing student collaboration, contributing to a supportive and inclusive learning atmosphere.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Mountain Home School District
Mountain Home
08.2016 - Current
Implemented tailored instructional approaches to effectively support individualized education plans and enhance student learning.
Facilitated small group activities to enhance student learning and collaboration.
Monitored student progress and provided detailed observations to teaching staff to inform instructional adjustments.
Organized classroom materials and resources to maintain an effective learning environment.
Communicated regularly with parents about student behavior and academic progress to foster collaboration and support.
Participated in professional development workshops to improve support techniques for students.
Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Executed the implementation of individualized education plans for students according to teacher and administrator instructions.
Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary School Teaching
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR
03-2026
Skills
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Student assessment
Individualized instruction
Collaborative teaching
Behavior management
Communication skills
Conflict resolution
Project-based learning
Group instruction
Blackboard software
Assigning and grading work
Testing and grading
Student rapport
Motivating students
Learning strategies
Elementary education
Assessment strategies
Classroom instruction
Dispute resolution
Assessment tools
Interactive learning
Kinesthetic learning
Record keeping
Student evaluations
Performance assessments
Test proctoring
Social-emotional learning training
Educational activities
Alternative learning methods
Excellent classroom management
Effective listening
Student needs assessment
Empathy and patience
Team building
Literacy development
Lesson delivery
Group instruction
Serving diverse communities
Family involvement
Social-emotional learning
Feedback implementation
Standardized testing
Critical thinking
Student records management
Cooperative learning experience
Task prioritization
Standardized testing techniques
Curriculum implementation
Student motivation
Cognitive and behavioral development
Flexible and adaptive
Reporting and documentation
Growth mindset
Parent and teacher conferences
Standards-based assessment
Test grading
Learning assessments
Instructional methods
Cultural sensitivity
Certification
Praxis 5001 2026
Accomplishments
Provost List 2023, 2024,
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Mountain Home School District
08.2016 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary School Teaching