The Successful Paraprofessional: How to Make a Difference Supporting Students and Teachers (a Go-To Guide for Paraprofessionals) -- Kristen Nelson, Paperback
This book is for the dedicated paraprofessionals who provide invaluable support in classrooms. Author, principal, and former paraeducator Kristen Nelson offers a practical, on-the-spot guide to the profession--for paraprofessionals, teachers, and school leaders who want to support their staff. She provides empowering strategies for managing classroom demands, managing behavior, and fostering a mindset that ensures the work is both meaningful and rewarding.
K-12 paraprofessionals can use this book to:- Appreciate the scope of the paraprofessional's role and its potential for profound impact
- Cultivate mindsets and approaches that encourage growth, collaboration, and flexibility
- Acquire skills to support students with varying learning needs and behavioral challenges
- Develop the capacity to support the primary educator and lead and teach when necessary
- Establish a healthy balance between professional demands and personal well-being
Author: Kristen Nelson
Publisher: Solution Tree
Published: 1/27/2026
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.95 lbs
Size: 9.91" H x 7.05" L x 0.5" W
ISBN: 9781962188876
