Valerie Hill
King george
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional with a proven track record in supporting diverse learners. Expertise in individualized education plans and small group assistance, fostering positive behaviors and academic success. Ready to contribute to impactful educational strategies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Public Partnerships
King George, VA
01.2019 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Developed personalized care routines based on individual needs, enhancing quality of life for residents.
- Coordinated transportation and scheduling for medical appointments, ensuring timely access to necessary healthcare services.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
Paraprofessional
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Spotsylvania, VA
02.2020 - 09.2024
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Supported classroom management strategies to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with educators to develop instructional materials and resources for effective learning.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to ensure academic success and personal growth.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting teamwork and social skills among students.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to support positive student behavior in classroom settings.
- Conducted assessments of student performance, contributing to data-driven instructional decisions.
- Trained new paraprofessionals on best practices for supporting students with disabilities and special needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Senior Lead Teacher
Four Seasons Day Care
Dahlgren, VA
01.2002 - 12.2018
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance cognitive and social skills.
- Implemented daily activities promoting creativity and physical development.
- Fostered positive relationships with children and families to support emotional growth.
- Coordinated classroom management strategies to maintain a safe learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices in early childhood education.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
High School Diploma -
King George High School
King George, VASkills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Special education support
- Small group and individual assistance
Certification
ParaPro Assessment(1755) Certification
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
02.2020 - 09.2024
Caregiver
Public Partnerships
01.2019 - Current
Senior Lead Teacher
Four Seasons Day Care
01.2002 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
King George High School