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STEPHANIE Windrom

Blue Island

Summary


Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

School District 130
03.2007 - Current
  • Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Program Instructor

Boy's & Girl's Club
05.2003 - 08.2006
  • Served as positive role model for children in program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude and courtesy.
  • Orientated children to programs, special events and opportunities while promoting safety, program and disciplinary rules.
  • Provided individualized support and resources for students facing challenges, promoting academic success and personal growth.
  • Organized extracurricular activities related to the program''s subject matter, offering additional opportunities for enrichment and exploration outside of the classroom setting.

WORK AT HOME AGENT

West Telemarketing
01.2006 - 05.2006

Handled calls for a variety of products and services to include customer service calls and order processing.

Tutoring Assistant

Platform Learning
10.2004 - 04.2005
  • Provided after school tutoring in reading and math.

Teacher

United Educational Cultural Academy
10.2003 - 10.2004
  • Responsible for carrying out the daily curriculum for 2nd graders.
  • Developed extra curricular activities program.

Substitute Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
01.2003 - 10.2003
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Psychiatric Rehab Service Coordinator

Chevy Chase Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2002 - 01.2003
  • Served as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring overall satisfaction with services rendered.
  • Maintained accurate records of all service activities, facilitating smooth communication between clients and technicians.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through regular follow-ups, keeping them informed about progress updates regarding their services requested or concerns raised.
  • Assessed customer needs and developed solutions to meet needs.

Site Director

Medallion School Partnerships
11.2001 - 03.2002

Responsible for the daily planning, management and supervision of children. Also responsible for ensuring that all parent, child and staff concerns were appropriately addressed.

Physical Education Instructor/Creative Play

St. Anne's Catholic School
11.1999 - 11.2001
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
  • Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.

Director

God's Treasure Chest
06.2001 - 08.2001

Orchestrated and supervised the direction and management of programming for summer day camp.

Teacher's Aide

St. Anne's Catholic School
08.2000 - 06.2001
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.

Teen Reach Program Coordinator

Boy's & Girl's Club
09.1999 - 08.2000
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Developed a tracking program for 50 latch key children in the area.

Social Worker II/Child Advocate Interviewer

Office of the Public Guardian
01.1994 - 04.1999

Interviewed children that were wards of the Department of Children and Family Services.

Wrote detailed interview forms; testified on occasion before the court and conducted home visits.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
06-1993

Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Special education support
  • CPR and first aid and CPI

Timeline

Paraprofessional

School District 130
03.2007 - Current

WORK AT HOME AGENT

West Telemarketing
01.2006 - 05.2006

Tutoring Assistant

Platform Learning
10.2004 - 04.2005

Teacher

United Educational Cultural Academy
10.2003 - 10.2004

Program Instructor

Boy's & Girl's Club
05.2003 - 08.2006

Substitute Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
01.2003 - 10.2003

Psychiatric Rehab Service Coordinator

Chevy Chase Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2002 - 01.2003

Site Director

Medallion School Partnerships
11.2001 - 03.2002

Director

God's Treasure Chest
06.2001 - 08.2001

Teacher's Aide

St. Anne's Catholic School
08.2000 - 06.2001

Physical Education Instructor/Creative Play

St. Anne's Catholic School
11.1999 - 11.2001

Teen Reach Program Coordinator

Boy's & Girl's Club
09.1999 - 08.2000

Social Worker II/Child Advocate Interviewer

Office of the Public Guardian
01.1994 - 04.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Iowa
STEPHANIE Windrom