Adria Hohly
Copper City,MI
Summary
Experienced Paraprofessional excited to help students of different skill levels excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Ready to help students grow and learn through any type of support. Motivated Teacher's Assistant with deep passion for helping students excel by supporting teachers and enhancing classroom environments. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Copper Country Intermediate School District
Hancock, MI
09.2021 - Current
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's academic progress.
- Participated in staff development activities as assigned by school administration.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for each student.
- Implemented accommodations for special education students as outlined in their IEPs.
- Developed individual educational plans for eligible students based on assessment results.
- Prepared reports summarizing student performance data from assessments and classroom observations.
- Assisted teachers in preparing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Facilitated small group instruction for students with special needs.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and on field trips.
- Provided individualized assistance to students requiring extra help.
- Conducted assessments of student performance, progress, and achievement levels.
- Created a positive learning environment by providing support and encouragement to students.
- Attended IEP meetings to discuss student progress and goals.
- Supervised recess activities to ensure safety of all students.
- Collaborated with other paraprofessionals, teachers, administrators, and parents to provide an optimal learning experience for students.
- Instructed students in basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing techniques, mathematics computation.
- Assisted teachers in implementing behavior management strategies for students with challenging behaviors.
- Utilized technology resources effectively to enhance instruction.
- Provided feedback on student work using appropriate verbal praise or constructive criticism.
- Organized instructional materials for classroom use.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
- Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
Independent Contractor- Cosmetologist
Tangles Salon & Day Spa
Houghton, MI
05.2020 - Current
- Provided beauty consultations to clients, determining their individual needs and preferences.
- Performed a variety of services including hair cutting, styling, coloring, highlights and extensions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly workstation while adhering to safety standards.
- Educated clients on proper at-home care techniques and products to extend the life of their style or color.
- Conducted regular salon inventory checks to ensure sufficient product supply levels were maintained.
- Created an inviting atmosphere for all customers by providing friendly customer service.
- Remained knowledgeable about current industry trends in order to provide accurate information to clients.
- Managed bookings efficiently by creating detailed appointment schedules with time slots allocated for each service.
- Administered chemical services such as perms, relaxers, keratin treatments and hair straightening systems.
- Attended continuing education courses in order to stay up-to-date on the latest techniques in the industry.
- Adhered strictly to health regulations when performing services such as waxing or threading.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were stocked before beginning any given service.
- Cleaned tools after each use according to established sanitation protocols.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various hairstyling techniques such as braiding or updos.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided refreshments if requested.
- Performed administrative tasks related to managing customer accounts and payment processing.
- Maintained a professional appearance at all times while working with clients both inside and outside the salon environment.
- Increased sales by providing exceptional service and maintaining positive and energetic attitude.
- Fostered clean and sanitary work environment to protect customers and staff from infection.
- Met with new clients and provided successful hair consultations detailing expectations for color, style and cut.
- Scheduled daily client appointments with necessary details and remembered customer preferences and special needs.
- Collected payment from customers and scheduled next appointments.
- Assisted with basic bookkeeping, filing and maintaining clients' records.
- Kept notes listing preferences and services provided to clients for quick reference.
- Introduced modern techniques to style and stay up to date with newest trends in hair, nails and makeup.
- Evaluated client's hair and physical features to determine style and cut plans.
- Recommended treatment and styling products to customers to meet current needs or resolve specific concerns.
- Evaluated client hair type, condition and desired outcome to determine ideal services.
- Treated customers to shampooing and head massage to promote loyalty.
- Provided comprehensive hair treatments for various types of hair.
- Scheduled client appointments.
- Responded to customer inquiries by phone, email and in person.
- Kept work stations clean and sanitized scissors, combs and other styling tools.
- Ordered, displayed and maintained supplies.
- Updated and maintained customer information records and beauty services provided.
- Operated cash registers to receive payments from patrons.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services/Social Work
Suomi College
Hancock, MI05-1998
Skills
- Documentation
- Special Education
- Faculty Collaboration
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Support
- Student Needs Support
- Behavioral Support
- Social Integration
- Teacher Support
- Classroom Inclusion
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
Copper Country Intermediate School District
09.2021 - Current
Independent Contractor- Cosmetologist
Tangles Salon & Day Spa
05.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services/Social Work
Suomi College
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