La'Donna Mathews
Covington
Summary
Experienced Paraprofessional with a proven track record of building strong and positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support to meet diverse student needs. Creates a comfortable learning environment by maintaining a patient demeanor, fostering open communication, and encouraging student engagement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Ripley High School
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Paraprofessional
Tipton County Schools
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Teacher
Tipton County Schools
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Paraprofessional
Tipton County Schools
02.2007 - 01.2019
- 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.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Union University
Jackson, TNBachelor of Science - University studies
The University of Tennessee - Martin
Martin, TNHigh School Diploma -
Covington High School
Covington, TNSkills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Data Collection
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Teacher
Ripley High School
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Tipton County Schools
08.2022 - 08.2024
Teacher
Tipton County Schools
01.2019 - 05.2022
Paraprofessional
Tipton County Schools
02.2007 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Special Education
Union University
Bachelor of Science - University studies
The University of Tennessee - Martin
High School Diploma -
Covington High School
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