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Heather Speight

Yorktown

Summary

Dedicated paraprofessional with proven skills in classroom support and behavior management, fostering positive student interactions and engagement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Support Paraprofessional

York County Public Schools
Yorktown
07.2025 - Current
  • Supported teachers with classroom management and facilitated student engagement activities to enhance learning environment.
  • Supported individual students with special needs during instructional time.
  • Tracked student progress and communicated insights to teachers to inform instructional adjustments.
  • Applied behavior management strategies to foster positive interactions and improve student behavior.

McDonald Garden Center Associate

McDonald Garden Center
Virginia Beach
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Assisted customers in selecting plants and gardening supplies.
  • Maintained plant health through watering, pruning, and pest control.
  • Organized merchandise displays to enhance customer experience.
  • Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.

Special Education Paraprofessional

York County Public Schools
Yorktown
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • Supported teachers by preparing lesson materials and implementing effective classroom management strategies.
  • Facilitated academic and social engagement for students with disabilities during daily activities.
  • Implemented individualized education plans under teacher direction for student success.
  • Collaborated with special education team to modify and enhance learning materials for diverse student needs.

McDonald Garden Center Associate

McDonald Garden Center
Virginia Beach
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Guided customers in selecting appropriate plants and gardening supplies to meet their needs.
  • Shared expert gardening advice and tips to enrich customer knowledge and satisfaction.
  • Created and maintained engaging plant displays to highlight product quality and attract customer interest.
  • Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Information System Technology

Virginia Penninsula Community College
Hampton, VA
05-2024

Skills

  • Classroom support
  • Instructional support
  • Teacher support and collaboration
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Computer skills
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Behavioral Support Paraprofessional

York County Public Schools
07.2025 - Current

McDonald Garden Center Associate

McDonald Garden Center
03.2025 - 06.2025

McDonald Garden Center Associate

McDonald Garden Center
03.2024 - 06.2024

Special Education Paraprofessional

York County Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2025

Associate of Applied Science - Information System Technology

Virginia Penninsula Community College
Heather Speight