Laura Gandolfo
COVINGTON
Summary
Dedicated and certified Special Education Aide II with extensive experience supporting diverse student populations in inclusive and self-contained classrooms. Adept at implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), managing behavioral interventions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Passionate about fostering a structured, encouraging environment that aligns with classical education principles of character development and academic excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Aide
St Tammany Parish School Board
Covington, LA
08.2006 - 05.2026
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student engagement and comprehension of materials.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on behavioral and academic performance.
- Developed and maintained supportive relationships with students to foster a positive learning environment.
Aftercare Director
St Tammany School Board
Covington, LA
08.2008 - 04.2021
- Developed and implemented aftercare programs supporting student emotional and social needs.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance program delivery and improve service quality.
- Monitored compliance with state regulations, ensuring safe and effective aftercare environments.
- Collaborated with educators to design activities that promote holistic student development.
Education
No Degree - Management And Finance
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VASkills
- Behavior intervention
- Inclusion strategies
- Classroom management
- Emotional disorders
- Teacher support
- Social skills training
- Data collection
- Behavior redirection
- Student needs assessment
- Learning disability support
- Autism support
- Lesson adaptation
- Classroom adaptation
Certification
- Louisiana Paraprofessional Certification | 2006
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certified | Expiration date 01/05/2027
- First Aid / CPR Certified | Expiration date 12/11/2027
Timeline
Aftercare Director
St Tammany School Board
08.2008 - 04.2021
Special Education Aide
St Tammany Parish School Board
08.2006 - 05.2026
No Degree - Management And Finance
Shenandoah University