Margo Rinkiewicz
Columbia
Summary
Special education professional with proven ability to assist in creating inclusive learning environments. Background includes implementing tailored teaching strategies and supporting student development. Recognized for effective collaboration and adaptability, ensuring smooth classroom operations and positive student outcomes. I offer a wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across all levels. I am currently enrolled in a university majoring in Early Childhood Education with a focus in SPED.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Williamson County School District
10.2024 - Current
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- 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.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student''s unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas.
- Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Maury County Public Schools
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Fostered a supportive environment by consistently showing empathy, patience, and understanding to students throughout daily interactions.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to handle challenging behaviors effectively.
- 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.
Concierge/Receptionist
Ford Lincoln of Franklin
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Make appointments, schedule shuttle and delivery rides, greet customers
- Assisted guests with special needs or requests, demonstrating empathy and understanding in every interaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service to diverse clientele, fostering an atmosphere of inclusivity and respect.
- Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.
- Managed a variety of tasks simultaneously, maintaining professionalism and efficiency under pressure.
- Improved overall guest satisfaction by consistently exceeding expectations in all aspects of concierge services.
- Maximized guest satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues.
Assistant Teacher
The Academy Child Development Centers
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Taking care of children and any needs, preparing weekly curriculum, parent communication, food preparation, and cleaning
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
05.2006 - 06.2010
- Customer service, taking orders, preparing orders, cleaning and stocking, drive thru, taking phone calls, closing
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
Education
Some College 3rd year - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA06.2017
Dental Assisting License - Dental Assisting
Kaplan Career Institute-Nashville
Nashville, TN05.2013
High school diploma -
Independence High School
Thompsons Station, TN05.2010
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Progress monitoring
- Student advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Nonverbal communication
- Behavioral plan management
- Life skills development
- Crisis intervention
- Special needs
- Feeding assistance
- Physical disabilities support
- Social skills training
- Emotional regulation
- Experienced with technology
- Visual schedules
- Relationship building skills
- Data collection
- Peer mentoring
- Positive behavior reinforcement
- Classroom recordkeeping
- Autism support
- IEP goals
- Behavior management techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Written communication
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
- Team building
- Analytical thinking
- Interpersonal communication
- Cultural sensitivity
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Williamson County School District
10.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Maury County Public Schools
11.2023 - 10.2024
Concierge/Receptionist
Ford Lincoln of Franklin
12.2022 - 11.2023
Assistant Teacher
The Academy Child Development Centers
04.2016 - 12.2018
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
05.2006 - 06.2010
Dental Assisting License - Dental Assisting
Kaplan Career Institute-Nashville
High school diploma -
Independence High School
Some College 3rd year - Early Childhood Education
Ashford University
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