Miranda Beard
Blain
Summary
Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills. Adept at incorporation all aspects of physical, speech and occupational therapies into the daily activities of early learners.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Kelly Educational Services
Harrisburg, PA
01.2026 - Current
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students and families.
- Conducted assessments to identify learning challenges and support strategies.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizational improvements and resource management.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Paraprofessional
GHR Education
Harrisburg, PA
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Supported individualized educational plans for diverse student needs.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and instructional delivery.
- Implemented behavioral interventions to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to monitor student progress.
Massage Therapist
Hand and Stone
Harrisburg
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Evaluate individual needs to each client and adapt accordingly
- Maintain active communication throughout entire visit
- Explain in detail the expectations of both client and therapist to ensure comfort and safety for both
Household and Child Manager
Self
Middletown
05.2021 - 09.2025
- Support children in structured play activities, meals, hygiene, and socialization.
- Establish working connections with child's Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapists.
- Communicate therapy appointment progress and directives with parents and between therapists as needed.
- Facilitate an environment where therapies can be constantly followed in everyday situations while keeping child engaged.
Medical Office Associate
Penn State Health Pediatrics
Hershey
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Facilitate communication between caregivers and doctors.
- Scheduled appointments and follow up with caregivers to ensure appropriate care plan is followed and maintainable.
- Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
Education
LMT -
Lancaster School of Cosmetology And Therapeutic
Lancaster04-2025
Some College (No Degree) - undefined
Pennsylvania State University
State CollegeDiploma - undefined
Lower Dauphin High
Hummelstown06-2013
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Reliability
- CPR certified
- Supportive
- Patient
- Resource Management
- Behavior management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Kelly Educational Services
01.2026 - Current
Paraprofessional
GHR Education
09.2025 - 01.2026
Massage Therapist
Hand and Stone
05.2025 - 09.2025
Household and Child Manager
Self
05.2021 - 09.2025
Medical Office Associate
Penn State Health Pediatrics
12.2020 - 05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - undefined
Pennsylvania State University
Diploma - undefined
Lower Dauphin High
LMT -
Lancaster School of Cosmetology And Therapeutic