Teacher

Paula Brown *********@*****.*** • +1-470-***-****

DELIVERING EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES THAT INSPIRE JOYFUL & SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS Impact Driven Educator, Master of Education and Autism Professional with an active background in supporting middle and elementary school students. Holds over 4+ years of service experience in serving youth. Delivers tutoring, mentoring, social skills development, and educational attainment. Utilizes background in education to create an environment of understanding for students.

Educational Planning: Possesses experience supporting children of all ages. Coordinates learning processes while consistently creating an attitude of excellence and enthusiasm among the team and students.

Leadership: Currently serving an instrumental role as a music educator for over 50+ students.

Educational Impact: Demonstrated capacity and passion to positively impact preschool and elementary students' performance, academics, and professional growth.

Collaborative Leader: Partners with school administrators and educators to assess, design, and implement strategic learning processes based on educational strategy.

Improves Student Outcomes: Implemented successful curricula and educational methods that increase comprehension. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Collaborative Planning/ Leadership • Strategic Relationship Builder

• Process Improvement • Academic Coaching

• Classroom Management/Flexible and Adaptable • Technical Assistance CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC (Hickory Flat ES) Autism Unit Teacher Grades K-1 10/2024 – Present

• Selected to deliver IEP’s, evidence-based teaching strategies, and assess and monitor Autistic student progress.

• Sensory Support: Lead a structured and sensory-friendly classroom environment that promotes focus and minimizes distractions.

• IEP: Conduct and participate in IEP meetings, annual reviews, and behavioral management plan conferences with parents, therapists, and support staff.

• Student Development: Works alongside occupational therapists, speech therapists, and behavioral specialists to ensure a holistic approach to student development.

• Communication: Sustains open communication with parents, providing regular progress updates and strategies to support learning at home.

• Learning Strategies: Collaborate with general education teachers to implement inclusive learning systems for students integrated into mainstream classrooms.

Clayton County Middle School, Clayton County Public Schools – Autism Paraprofessional l 07/2024 – 10/2024

• Elevates classroom and Autistic student learning experience by supporting teachers with value added resources.

• Teacher Support: Supported the teacher in providing diverse instructional techniques, such as hands-on activities, social stories, and role-playing, to engage students effectively.

• Relationship Development: Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and faculty, fostering a strong support network for student success.

Morrow Middle School Clayton County Public Schools – 1:1 Paraprofessional 2024 – Present

• Deliver targeted academic support to exceptional education students, including those on the autism spectrum, at the elementary level, adapting strategies to meet diverse learning needs.

• Individual Support: Facilitates individualized instructional activities, leveraging teacher-developed lesson plans to enhance student engagement and comprehension.

• Scholastic Goals: Prepares and organizes instructional materials, manages grading processes, and contributes to the creation of dynamic classroom environments through bulletin boards and other visual aids.

• Diversity of Students: Address the unique needs of specific student populations, including providing personal care, mobility support, and behavior management, employing specialized techniques to ensure student safety and well-being. Clayton County Public Schools – Middle School Chorus Teacher 2023 – 2024

• Proven ability to develop engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs, fostering a love for music and achieving exceptional performance outcomes. Directs school bands, choirs, and orchestras committed to nurturing students' musical talents and helping them reach their full potential.

• Curriculum: Developed and delivered an enrichment-based curriculum primarily focusing on math, literacy, and writing.

• Scholastic Goals: Assists in implementing students' goal plans and academic improvement.

• Curriculum Aids: Specializes in creating curriculum development and visual aids to foster learning development.

• Student-Centered Approach: Collaborates with students to plan activities and monitor progress toward instructional goals and objectives, fostering personalized learning experiences.

• Data-Driven Strategies: Functioned as a subject matter expert using various teaching strategies, including group instruction. APS Paraprofessional Substitute Teacher Music Teacher 1999 – 2022 8th grade ELA Special Education Interrelated Teacher

• Demonstrated passion and commitment to administering educational training and learning concepts to students in multiple settings, including music, teacher support, and special education.

• Scholastic Goals: Assists in implementing students' goal plans and academic improvement.

• Curriculum: Developed and delivered enrichment-based curriculums that serve multiple topics

• Teaching Strategy: Assesses students' learning styles, academic needs, and strengths to develop teaching strategies and create individualized learning environments that maximize the performance of multiple students.

• Data Analysis: Committed to utilizing data and creativity that built a nurturing and comprehensive classroom environment where each child can thrive academically and personally.

• Individual Learning: Supported learning through individual homework help, assignments, and reading time. EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Paine College - Augusta, GA Teaching Certification Special Education Certification Paraprofessional Certification

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