Jessa Mekeel
Elizabeth
Summary
Compassionate and organized paraprofessional experienced with relationship building and time-management skills. Very reliable, adaptable and efficient in positively contributing to a team, and able to adapt easily to new skills and technologies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
River Ridge Elementary School
Hanover, IL
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
- Supported students with individualized instruction to enhance academic performance and social skills.
- Facilitated small group activities to reinforce lessons and promote peer interaction among students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive student behavior and engagement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance instructional techniques and support services.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sterling High School
Sterling08-2006
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Small group and individual assistance
- Classroom organization
- CPR and first aid
- Classroom management
- Student supervision
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Documentation
- Relationship building
- Schedule management
- Preparing instructional materials
Timeline
Paraprofessional
River Ridge Elementary School
08.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sterling High School