Nicole G. Terrebonne
Prairieville
Summary
Special education professional with proven ability to assist in creating inclusive learning environments. Background includes implementing tailored teaching strategies and supporting student development. Recognized for effective collaboration and adaptability, ensuring smooth classroom operations and positive student outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ascension Parish School Board
Prairieville, LA
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated inclusive classroom environments by providing one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, reporting observations to educators for tailored intervention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and adjust educational materials suited for special needs students.
- Implemented behavioral management techniques to enhance student engagement and promote positive learning experiences.
- Provided instructional support during classroom activities, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives and student goals.
- Advocated for resources and services that enhance accessibility for students with disabilities within the educational setting.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and 2positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
Special Needs Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant
Greater Baton Rouge Hope Academy
Baton Rouge, La
06.2013 - 05.2024
- Assist lead teacher in preparing lesson plans and demonstrations
- Present lesson plans and materials to students under the guidance of lead teacher
- Assist students in small groups or on a one-to-one basis to help them master assignments and reinforce concepts
- Help lead teacher grade tests and assignments
- Help lead teacher plan activities to engage and educate students
- Manage individual and class behavior
- Assist in implementing classroom technology, including IXL and Google Workspace
- Collaborate with lead teacher to provide one-to-one support to students with diverse learning needs
- Administer annual standardized tests, and chart scores, and compare progress
- Utilize RenWeb for student record-keeping and data management, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information for students and parents
- Copy all assignments and implement lead teacher's lesson plans
- Consistently participates in daily carpool duties to ensure student safety
- Team player in all aspects of the school, going beyond my immediate responsibilities
- Review and assist in editing students' annual IEPs'
- Strong rapport with co-workers, students and parents
Education
High School -
South Lafourche High School
Galliano, La01.1988
Skills
- ClassDojo
- Google Workspace
- PowerSchool
- Microsoft Office 365
- QuickBooks Online
- RenWeb
- IXL Computer Program
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- IEP compliance
Certification
- CPR Training and Emergency Wound Care
- Seizure Disorder Protocol
- Behavior Management
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Youth Suicide: Awareness, Prevention and Postvention
- Common Illness Prevention
- Common Illnesses in School
- Medication Administration Diastat
- Paraprofessional Training Agenda Checklist
- Special Education: Safety in the Classroom
- Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention
- Health Emergencies: Seizures
- Medication Administration: Naloxone
- Naloxone/Opiod Antagonist Practical Checklist
- Bullying: Recognition and Response
- Cyberbullying
- Mandated Reporter Training
- APSB Medication Trained Personnel Review Form
- Epi Pen Demonstration
- Inhaler Demonstration
- Medication Administration Basics
- Sexual Harassment: Staff to Staff
- Sexual Harassment: Student Issues & Response
- Students Experiencing Homelessness: Awareness and Understanding
- Annual Ethics Training
- Ethics Policy and Notification
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Ascension Parish School Board
08.2024 - Current
Special Needs Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant
Greater Baton Rouge Hope Academy
06.2013 - 05.2024
High School -
South Lafourche High School