Raynae Watenpool
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dedicated Special Education assistant with a passion to help children achieve their potential by ways of education, building strong relationships and through play.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Assistant/Paraprofessional
North Allegheny School District BWE
08.2024 - Current
- Provide support in the Autistic Support and Life Skills classrooms by implementing IEP goals using a variety of teaching strategies.
- Support students in general education and AS/LS classrooms to have an inclusive school environment.
- Collaborate with all staff to provide the best educational experience possible for every student.
- Build rapport with students with strong communication skills.
Childcare Volunteer Teacher
North Way Christian Community
01.2017 - Current
- Teach children from birth-5th grade from preplanned curriculum.
- Build relationships with children and parents.
- Follow safety protocols and know emergency procedures.
- Provide a loving, fun, age/ability appropriate environment
Autism Ministry Coordinator
North Way Christian Community
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Planned and implemented weekly lesson plans and adapted lessons for each child when needed.
- Trained volunteers on weekly service duties, and emergency procedures.
- Coordinated volunteers for each weekend’s services and special events.
- Built strong relationships with the children and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA01-2004
Skills
Creative
Behavior Management
Patient
Relationship Building
Timeline
Special Education Assistant/Paraprofessional
North Allegheny School District BWE
08.2024 - Current
Autism Ministry Coordinator
North Way Christian Community
09.2023 - 08.2024
Childcare Volunteer Teacher
North Way Christian Community
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
Slippery Rock University
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