Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Paraprofessional
Lawrence Public Schools- Guilmette Elementary
10.2018 - 08.2022
Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
Substituted for absent classroom teacher for various grades
Diversified classroom instruction to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles
Building Based Educator & Long Term Sub Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools- Bruce School
10.2018 - 09.2019
LTS 5th grade Science teacher and 6th grade Special Education teacher
Used range of approaches and classroom activities to draw students into material and enhance understanding
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Activities Assistant
Baker-Katz Nursing Home
02.2017 - 10.2018
Engaged residents with games, crafts, cooking, and a variety of activities.
Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy resident needs.
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Owned and operated a home based child care service
Self Employed
05.1998 - 06.2015
Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children
Implemented curriculum
Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors
Maintained a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities
Instructional Aide
Town of North Andover, Franklin School & Sargent School
01.1995 - 05.1998
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Created and implemented interactive program to help children with special needs
Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health
Preschool Teacher
Little Sprouts
09.1993 - 01.1995
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Salem State
Salem, MA
1993
Associate of Arts - Mental Health
Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MA
1990
Skills
Self-motivated
Positive and encouraging
Active Listener
Kind and empathetic educator
Creative lesson planning
Problem resolution
Team building
Relationship development
Certification
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Educator’s License-
License number: 315362 Professional Status
Early Childhood grades: pre-K-3
Behavior Analyst Certification Board-
Register Behavior Technician-BACB ID: BACB776409
Timeline
Special Education Teacher, ILP Elementary Teacher
Guilmette Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Lawrence Public Schools- Guilmette Elementary
10.2018 - 08.2022
Building Based Educator & Long Term Sub Teacher
Lawrence Public Schools- Bruce School
10.2018 - 09.2019
Activities Assistant
Baker-Katz Nursing Home
02.2017 - 10.2018
Owned and operated a home based child care service
Self Employed
05.1998 - 06.2015
Instructional Aide
Town of North Andover, Franklin School & Sargent School
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