Shawntel Bowman
Mountain View
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with a proven track record at Mountain View School District, skilled in IEP compliance and fostering a positive learning environment. Expert in adapting strategies for diverse learners, enhancing student engagement, and promoting social-emotional development through empathy and effective behavior management techniques.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mountain View School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
- 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.
Classroom Teacher's Aide
Batesville School District
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Promoted a positive learning environment by enforcing rules, expectations, and discipline consistently.
- Supported teacher in delivering engaging lessons for diverse learners, adapting materials as needed.
- Facilitated small group instruction for students requiring extra assistance, reinforcing key concepts for improved comprehension.
- Aided in the implementation of classroom management techniques, promoting a focused and respectful learning environment.
- Increased student participation in class activities by employing various teaching methods tailored to different learning styles.
Child Development Tech (CDT)
UAMS - Kids First
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one support and small group instruction.
- Enhanced student learning by adapting instructional strategies to individual needs.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development through modeling appropriate behaviors and teaching self-regulation skills.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
1st Grade Teacher's Assistant
USD 428
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Implemented behavior management techniques successfully, reducing disruptions and fostering a respectful classroom atmosphere.
- Contributed significantly to improved classroom organization by maintaining clean spaces and proper storage of resources for easy access during lessons.
- Designed creative bulletin boards showcasing student work, celebrating their achievements, and motivating continued effort towards success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education - Unified
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2026
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Mountain View School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
Classroom Teacher's Aide
Batesville School District
11.2021 - 05.2023
Child Development Tech (CDT)
UAMS - Kids First
10.2021 - 12.2021
1st Grade Teacher's Assistant
USD 428
10.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education - Unified
Fort Hays State University
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