Special Education Paraprofessional Resume Guide

Passionate special education paraprofessional with 5+ years of experience providing support to special needs students in a variety of settings. Committed to creating an inclusive environment for all learners and helping them reach their highest potential. At XYZ, developed individualized plans for every student based on their unique learning styles and abilities. Received the “Outstanding Paraprofessional” award from ABC District Office for exemplary dedication and commitment to each student’s success.

Enthusiastic and dedicated special education paraprofessional with 8+ years of experience in providing assistance to students and teachers. Skilled at creating individualized learning plans, monitoring student progress, and building relationships with families. Received multiple awards for outstanding commitment to the profession while working as a Special Education Paraprofessional at XYZ School District. Seeking an opportunity to serve ABC School’s diverse student population.

Accomplished special education paraprofessional with extensive experience working in an inclusive classroom setting. Passionate about helping differently-abled students reach their full potential through personalized learning strategies and positive reinforcement techniques. At ABC School, excelled at developing IEP plans for 20+ students that met the needs of a diverse population. Received multiple commendations from parents and administrators for successful student outcomes.

Talented special education paraprofessional with 8+ years of experience providing individualized educational and behavioral support to students in grades K-12. Proven track record of creating a safe, positive learning environment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other related disabilities. Aiming to join ABC School District as the next Special Education Paraprofessional, utilizing my comprehensive knowledge of special needs student care procedures.

Skilled special education paraprofessional with 5+ years of experience providing direct support to students in an educational setting. At XYZ, managed the student behavior and safety program and implemented strategies for improving learning outcomes. Experienced in creating individualized lesson plans based on each student’s unique needs; successfully improved academic performance by 25%. Passionate about helping special needs children reach their full potential.

Proficient and patient special education paraprofessional with 5+ years of experience providing direct or indirect support to children and adolescents with physical, behavioral, emotional, and learning disabilities. Seeking to join ABC School’s educational team as a Special Education Paraprofessional. Key achievements include developing an individualized plan for a student who was struggling in school that led to improved academic performance by 40%.

Detail-oriented special education paraprofessional with 8+ years of experience in providing specialized services to students with learning and physical disabilities. Committed to enhancing the lives of special needs children by developing individualized strategies for each student, based on data-driven assessments. Seeking to join ABC School’s team as a special education paraprofessional to continue helping students reach their full potentials.

Amicable special education paraprofessional with 6+ years of experience in providing tailored instruction to students with special needs. Skilled in developing individualized educational plans (IEPs) and creating a supportive environment that encourages the development of self-esteem and social responsibility. Seeking an opportunity at ABC School to provide care, guidance, and support for children facing learning challenges.

• Motivated special education students to reach their full potential by utilizing creative and effective teaching strategies, resulting in a 10% improvement in academic performance.
• Proficiently provided one-on-one instruction services for up to 25 special needs children per day, developing individualized learning plans that addressed each student’s unique requirements.
• Adapted lesson materials and activities according to the cognitive level of each student; prepared monthly progress reports detailing the educational achievements of all assigned students.
• Demonstrated competency when responding promptly & appropriately to any behavioral issues or medical emergencies among special eduaction pupils as needed; decreased incidents of disruptive behavior by 20%.
• Facilitated positive interaction between teachers and parents through regular communication regarding pupil development, providing detailed information on ways they could help at home with learning objectives set out in school setting.

• Participated in the development of IEP’s and behavior plans, ensuring that all special needs students received appropriate accommodations; successfully implemented strategies to improve student engagement by 11%.
• Structured learning activities in classroom settings for up to 12 children with disabilities; consistently demonstrated patience while providing individualized support and guidance.
• Advised teachers on effective teaching methods to meet educational objectives, leading to a 50% decrease in disciplinary incidents per month throughout the school year.
• Diligently monitored progress of each child under her care, organizing meetings with parents/guardians as needed and collaborating closely with other paraprofessionals & professionals within the departmental team environment.
• Instructed small groups or individuals on basic academic skills such as reading comprehension, writing proficiency & math calculations using evidence-based instructional practices; observed an overall increase in test scores among participating students by 23%.

• Supervised a classroom of 12 students with special needs, ensuring their safety and security while enforcing behavior management techniques to foster learning.
• Successfully developed individualized education plans (IEPs) for each student; improved academic performance by 24% on average within 4 months.
• Improved communication between parents/guardians and teachers through regular meetings concerning student progress, providing additional resources when needed to support the development of skillsets in language arts, math & science among other areas as necessary.
• Monitored educational activities throughout the day, collaboratively working with colleagues to create engaging lessons that promoted self-expression and participation from all members of class; increased overall satisfaction amongst students by 30%.
• Formulated lesson plans tailored towards helping children develop socialization skills alongside academics based on their respective levels and abilities; implemented a wide range of teaching methods such as hands-on activities & verbal instructions for optimal retention rates across all learners involved.

• Mentored and provided guidance to over 30 special education students, creating individualized educational plans and helping them develop social skills.
• Developed and implemented specialized teaching methods tailored to each student’s needs; substantially improved academic achievement rates in English by 12% within 6 months.
• Substantially reduced the need for disciplinary action amongst students through proactive behavior management techniques; facilitated a positive learning environment with minimal disruption or distraction from peers.
• Expedited the integration of new technologies into classroom instruction, providing training sessions and resources as needed to both teachers and parents alike on how to use these tools effectively in their home settings or during school hours.
• Coordinated closely with administrators, counselors, therapists & other support staff members when developing Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for children aged 5-12 years old; tracked progress reports regularly throughout the year for each child’s program success rate evaluation purposes.

• Consistently provided one-on-one instructional support to special education students, helping them understand classroom materials and complete assignments; improved test scores of 10+ pupils by 25% on average.
• Guided the developmentally challenged with daily activities such as dressing, eating meals, bathing & personal hygiene tasks; created individual behavior plans for 4+ students and monitored their progress over time.
• Revised existing IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) of 8 children in conjunction with teachers, therapists & parents to ensure that goals were appropriate for each student’s abilities and needs.
• Supported a range of special educational programs while collaborating effectively with educators, administrators & school psychologists; assisted 3+ classes per day with lessons covering Math, Reading Comprehension and Science topics at both elementary & middle school levels.
• Represented the school district proactively at meetings pertaining to IDEA regulations (the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act); contributed towards successful resolution of 5 disputes related to IEP implementation within 6 months period.

• Prepared and implemented individualized educational plans for 10+ students with special needs, helping them to develop essential skills and reach academic goals.
• Presented course material in an age-appropriate manner that was tailored to the unique learning styles of each student; increased overall test scores by 40%.
• Counseled and provided guidance on a regular basis to help students overcome obstacles both inside & outside of the classroom; reduced behavioral issues among team members by 35%.
• Implemented behavior intervention strategies such as positive reinforcement & redirection techniques for up to 12 students at once, resulting in improved social interactions between peers within the school setting.
• Independently managed all administrative duties related to scheduling assessments, organizing IEP meeting agendas and tracking progress reports, completing paperwork ahead of deadlines 100% of the time.

• Collaborated with teachers, counselors and family members to create Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for over 30 special needs students; monitored their progress throughout the school year.
• Effectively implemented behavioral modification techniques in order to redirect disruptive behavior among 10+ children with autism and other learning disabilities, resulting in a 25% decrease of disciplinary actions within the classroom environment.
• Utilized various teaching methods tailored to individual student’s strengths and weaknesses such as providing visual aids, using hands-on activities or verbal instructions when introducing new concepts; increased test scores by 20%.
• Assessed academic performance levels among 15 students with cognitive impairments every month; provided feedback reports that helped identify appropriate interventions for improvement based on data analysis results from assessments conducted.
• Evaluated IEP goals at least three times per term across 5 classrooms filled with special education students ranging from toddlers through adolescents; identified areas where additional support was needed leading to an average increase of 2 points in each student’s grades per quarter.

Associate’s Degree in Special Education
Educational Institution XYZ
Nov 2011

Paraprofessional Educator Certificate
Council for Exceptional Children
May 2017