Danielle Agel
Savage
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with extensive experience at Howard County Public Schools, adept at implementing IEPs and fostering student engagement. Skilled in progress monitoring and collaboration, I effectively enhanced learning outcomes through tailored instructional strategies and strong relationship-building, ensuring a supportive environment for students with diverse needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Howard County Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated classroom activities, promoting engagement and participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers to modify instructional materials for varied learning styles.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on behavioral and academic performance.
- Implemented strategies to enhance social skills and emotional regulation in students.
- Assisted in the management of classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions and progress reports for review.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance skills and knowledge in special education practices.
- 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 positive 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.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
- 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.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
- Facilitated social skills development through targeted group activities, promoting positive peer relationships and increased self-confidence among special education students.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student''s unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Utilized assistive technology tools strategically in order to facilitate increased independence among students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion within the school community by modeling respectful interactions and encouraging open communication among all stakeholders involved in the education of special needs students.
- Coordinated with teachers to create inclusive lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom setting.
- Contributed to successful transitions between grade levels by collaborating closely with incoming teachers about each student''s specific strengths, challenges, and support requirements.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
Student Assistant
Howard County Public Schools
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Assisted Teacher in implementing IEP's and BIP's.
- Assisted Teacher in collecting and documenting data.
- Assisted Teacher with care of students throughout the day, including toileting, feeding, etc.
- Assisted Teacher in classroom and lesson plan prep.
- Led small group learning and one on one IST's.
- Worked one on one with students with IEP's and BIP's.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans and instructional materials to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated classroom activities, promoting student engagement and participation in collaborative projects.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support to ensure academic success and retention.
- Coordinated with teachers to implement classroom management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Supported assessment processes by preparing materials and grading assignments efficiently and accurately.
- Conducted small group sessions to reinforce concepts and provide individualized attention to students needing assistance.
- Organized educational resources, maintaining an orderly environment conducive to effective teaching practices.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to develop effective strategies for managing large classrooms and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Increased overall class participation by creating an inclusive learning environment that encouraged active discussion between students from various backgrounds.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, grades, and other relevant information using digital tools like spreadsheets or online data management systems.
- Provided individualized support to students, tailoring instruction to meet their unique learning needs.
- Implemented assessment techniques to track student progress and identify areas needing improvement.
- Promoted a culture of inclusivity by fostering respect and open communication among diverse groups of students.
- Continuously improved personal teaching techniques by attending professional development workshops and incorporating feedback from supervisors into daily practice.
- Boosted classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods and group work activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and real-life examples in lesson plans.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Temporary Employee
Social Service Consultants Ltd, Hwd Cty Pub Schl
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted Teacher in implementing IEP's and BIP's.
- Assisted Teacher in collecting and documenting data.
- Assisted Teacher with care of students throughout the day, including toileting, feeding, etc.
- Assisted Teacher in classroom and lesson plan prep.
- Led small group learning and one on one IST's.
- Worked one on one with students with IEP's and BIP's.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD12-2028
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Progress monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Student advocacy
- Instructional support
- Lesson plan implementation
- Student supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Behavioral plan management
- Nonverbal communication
- Life skills development
- Crisis intervention
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Feeding assistance
- Physical disabilities support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Social skills training
- Emotional regulation
- Visual schedules
- Skills strategies
- Activity management
- Heavy lifting
- Social and group settings
- Sensory integration
- Decision-making
- Cultural awareness
- Mobility assistance
- Activities oversight
- Functional communication
- Experienced with [technology]
- Classroom management strategies
- Data collection
- Individualized instruction
- Emotional support strategies
- Learning environment management
- Safety protocol adherence
- IEP goals
- Instructional delivery
- Toileting assistance
- Classwork oversight
- Autism support
- IEP implementation
- Specialized instructional methods
- Positive behavior reinforcement
- Social development support
- Small group support
- Transition planning
- Classroom recordkeeping
- Sensory processing support
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Behavior management techniques
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Student engagement
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Special education curriculum
- Cultural sensitivity
- Differentiated instruction
- Interpersonal communication
- Team building
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Task prioritization
- Written communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Certification
- ParaPro, University of Maryland
- Safety-Care, Howard County Public School Systems
- First Aid/CPR, Howard County Public School Systems
- Infant and Toddler Care 45 Hours, Howard Community College
- Including All Children and the ADA, Howard Community College
- Child Growth and Development 45 Hours, Howard Community College
- Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting Maryland, Safe Schools Training
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Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Howard County Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
Student Assistant
Howard County Public Schools
07.2019 - 07.2021
Temporary Employee
Social Service Consultants Ltd, Hwd Cty Pub Schl
07.2018 - 07.2019
No Degree - Early Childhood Special Education
Howard Community College