Jared Stout
Roanoke
Summary
Dedicated Paraprofessional and Direct Support Professional with proven expertise in behavior management and effective communication. Achieved positive learning outcomes and enhanced classroom management at Montgomery County Public Schools. Skilled in fostering independence and well-being among clients with special needs, demonstrating significant improvements in behavior and social integration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
Direct Support Professional
Creative Family Solutions
01.2011 - 08.2016
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
Education
No Degree - Sports Nutrition
Concord University
Athens, WVHigh School Diploma -
Giles High
Pearisburg, VA05-2007
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Teacher support
- Classroom support
- Instructional support
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Behavior improvements
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Montgomery County Public Schools
08.2014 - 05.2022
Direct Support Professional
Creative Family Solutions
01.2011 - 08.2016
No Degree - Sports Nutrition
Concord University
High School Diploma -
Giles High
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