Sandra Cleveland
Cordele
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with expertise in IEP compliance, positive behavior reinforcement, and relationship building. Committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student success and engagement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Crisp County Primary School
Cordele, GA
07.2017 - 10.2025
- Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior and promoting positive social interactions.
- Collaborated with special education team to adapt learning materials for diverse needs.
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to educators for effective adjustments.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Responded proactively to emerging challenges by adapting instructional strategies as needed, ensuring continuous progress toward established goals for each student''s academic success and personal growth.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
Manager
Harper's Formals
Cordele, GA
09.1997 - 06.2009
- Led team in delivering exceptional customer service and experience at special events.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, enhancing stock accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Developed training programs for staff, improving product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Implemented marketing strategies that increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and quality standards.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crisp County High School
Cordele, GA06-1996
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Progress monitoring
- Instructional support
- Teaching and instruction
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Proficient with [Google Workspace]
- Relationship building skills
- Positive behavior reinforcement
Certification
CPR Certification
Georgia Paraprofessional Certification
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Crisp County Primary School
07.2017 - 10.2025
Manager
Harper's Formals
09.1997 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Crisp County High School