Monique Johnson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Paraprofessional and Teaching Assistant with proven expertise in IEP implementation and exceptional student advocacy, honed at Piccolo School and JCFS Therapeutic Day School. Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments and fostering significant improvements in student progress through individualized instruction and effective parental interaction. Demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing student life skills and academic success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Piccolo School
05.2024 - Current
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
Teaching Assistant
JCFS Therapeutic Day School
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2026
Skills
- IEP compliance
- IEP goals
- Parental interaction
- Teaching and instruction
- Learning environment management
- Instructional support
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Skills strategies
- Behavioral plan management
- Classwork oversight
- Social and group settings
- Special needs
- Classroom organization
- Toileting assistance
- Cultural awareness
- Verbal and written communication
- Autism support
- Individualized instruction
- Crisis intervention
- Skill building
- Life skills development
- Feeding assistance
- Data collection
- Transition planning
- Decision-making
- Classroom recordkeeping
- IEP implementation
- Progress monitoring
- Student advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Mobility assistance
- Classroom management strategies
- Small group support
- Student supervision
- Teacher assistance
- Relationship building skills
- Activities oversight
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Piccolo School
05.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
JCFS Therapeutic Day School
12.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Phoenix
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