Lela Massey
Highland
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with a proven track record at Highland School District, skilled in IEP compliance and fostering social skills. Successfully collaborated with educators to enhance learning outcomes and implemented adaptive materials, demonstrating empathy and patience to support diverse learners. Committed to ongoing professional development and effective classroom strategies.
Diligent Educator with robust background in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Successfully contributed to individualized education plans and classroom management. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and instructional support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Highland School District
Highland, AR
10.2008 - Current
- Supported students with individualized education plans to enhance learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective classroom strategies and behavioral interventions.
- Assisted in the development of adaptive materials for diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to support instructional adjustments.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through encouragement and engagement techniques.
- Led small group sessions to reinforce skills in reading, math, and social interactions.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Assisted in the organization of field trips and extracurricular events that offered valuable real-world experiences for special education students, fostering skill-building opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2026
Associate of Science - Teaching
Ozarka College
Melbourne05-2013
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Lesson plan implementation
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Social skills training
- Visual schedules
- Assistive technology
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Highland School District
10.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Arkansas State University
Associate of Science - Teaching
Ozarka College