Melissa Linsenbigler
YORK,PA
Summary
Professional educator prepared for the role of an elementary teacher with classroom management skills, engaging learning environment, able to maintain student interest and support diverse learning styles. Known for enhancing student behavior through positive approaches. Adaptable and reliable, ready to meet changing needs and ensure student success. Strong student rapport, good communicator when addressing students about behavior, and willing to learn any and all methods for student success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Support Paraprofessional
Dallastown Area School District
11.2019 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Temporary Substitute Learning Support IA
York Academy Regional Charter School
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Work one to one or in small groups with students,
- Adapt lesson plans according to IEP,
- Support for teacher
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Personal Care Assistant
Dallastown Area School District
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Assigned to supervise student with behaviors on a daily basis
- One to one support in general education classroom
- Provide support for teacher
- Collect performance related data
- Adapt lesson plans if needed.
- Helped with bathroom needs when necessary.
Dental Assistant
Roth and Roenigk Family Dentistry
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Educated patients in dental health
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Charting
- Scheduling
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed X-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists' evaluations.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 15-20 procedures daily.
Neurological Support Paraprofessional
Dallastown Area School District
08.2013 - 10.2017
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Substitute Paraprofessional
Dallastown Area School District
04.2011 - 08.2013
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and intervening when necessary to maintain orderliness in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH05.2024
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH12.2020
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher Assistance
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Crisis Intervention
- Student Engagement
- Behavior management techniques
- Autism understanding
- Emotional Regulation
- Behavioral plan management
- Teaching and instruction
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Progress Monitoring
Accomplishments
Dean's List Spring 2024
Academic Recognition
Summa Cum Laude 2024
Dean's List Spring 2022
Academic Recognition
Summa Cum Laude 2020
Phi Theta Kappa 2019
Certification
Pennsylvania State Teaching Certification PreK-4th Grade
Ohio State Teaching Certification Kindergarten-3rd Grade
CPI Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Learning Support Paraprofessional
Dallastown Area School District
11.2019 - Current
Temporary Substitute Learning Support IA
York Academy Regional Charter School
04.2019 - 11.2019
Personal Care Assistant
Dallastown Area School District
08.2018 - 03.2019
Dental Assistant
Roth and Roenigk Family Dentistry
10.2017 - 08.2018
Neurological Support Paraprofessional
Dallastown Area School District
08.2013 - 10.2017
Substitute Paraprofessional
Dallastown Area School District
04.2011 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Associate of Arts - Teacher Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
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