Milwaukee, Wisconsin *****
Dianna Spiller ******.*******@*****.***
Objective: A position as a Paraprofessional in a reputable educational environment in which creativity and compassion for children with special needs is highly desired.
Related Skills: Educational Assisting
Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
Tutored and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
Instructed and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
Presented subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
Organized and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
Distributed teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
Organized and labeled materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills. .
Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
Carried out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or speech-language pathologists.
Related Experience:
Milwaukee Public Schools Milwaukee, WI
Paraprofessional 2009 to 2013
Milwaukee Public Schools Milwaukee, WI
Monitoring Aide 2006 to 2013
Education: Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Milwaukee, WI
General Coursework (Classical Voice / Jazz 1980
Southwestern Christian College Terrell, TX
Associate of Arts 1979
References: Available upon request