Paraprofessional Experience

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I started working at the School for the Deaf and Blind in 2011 as a substitute. Initially I thought that I would be working more frequently with the deaf students. However, when a position for a full-time paraprofessional opened up in the department for visual impairments I took the job. I was surrounded by great teachers and other paraprofessionals who have taught me immensely. It was after that first school year that I found my passion. I am continually pushing myself to do better for the students I work with daily. This past spring I have been the Long Term Teacher Substitute for students with visual impairments. As I was responsible for adapting the lessons I planned and teaching students new skills the passion I felt only grew. I was excited

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