Mandie Burns
Palmer
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with extensive experience at Pathfinder Regional Vocational Tech High School, adept at IEP compliance and progress monitoring. Proven ability to foster a supportive learning environment through effective behavior management and collaboration with educators and therapists, enhancing student outcomes and promoting individual growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Pathfinder Regional Vocational Tech High School
10.2020 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Working one to one with a Down Syndrome student at Palmer High School and Pathfinder.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques,
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized lessons for my student. Ensuring all accomodations and modifications were met.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to my student as well as the needs of other students we worked with for these four years.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Documented all data points to ensure the student was meeting her goals.
- Partnered with speech therapists to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
- Established professional relationships with parents to increase rapport and support.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Palmer School District
08.2016 - 10.2020
- 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.
- Worked one to one with Autistic students, severe needs student, and general education classrooms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- 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.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
CDA Dental Assistant
River Valley Dental
09.2010 - 08.2016
- Lead surgical assistant
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Managed classroom supplies inventory efficiently, ensuring availability while adhering to budget constraints.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, showcasing strong dexterity and knowledge of dental anatomy.
- Maintained detailed records regarding treatment plans, progress notes, and consent forms to ensure continuity of care across visits.
- Worked along side the owner of the practice hiring employees, training new employees.
- Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
- Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
- Enhanced safety measures within the office by conducting regular inspections of materials/equipment used during daily activities.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Education
Certificate - Part Time Police Officer
Agawam Part-time Police Academy
Agawam, MA07-1994
College Prep
Ludlow High School
Ludlow, Ma06-1993
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Progress monitoring
- Special needs
- Physical disabilities support
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Pathfinder Regional Vocational Tech High School
10.2020 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Palmer School District
08.2016 - 10.2020
CDA Dental Assistant
River Valley Dental
09.2010 - 08.2016
Certificate - Part Time Police Officer
Agawam Part-time Police Academy
College Prep
Ludlow High School
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