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Alexis Marshall

Ellensburg

Summary

Attentive Paraprofessional Educator adept at supporting classroom operations to facilitate welcoming and positive learning atmosphere for all students. Well-versed in addressing student emotional, academic, and social needs, illustrated many years in similar roles.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Paraprofessional

Ellensburg School District
Ellensburg
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement for good conduct.
  • Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to school rules and regulations.
  • Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
  • Supervised student behavior during recess to ensure a safe environment.
  • Monitored interactions among students to prevent conflicts and promote inclusivity.
  • Provided first aid support for minor injuries and emergencies on the playground.
  • Encouraged participation from all students in organized activities.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations during the recess period.
  • Helped maintain cleanliness of the playground area by picking up litter as needed.
  • Supervised and monitored recess activities to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.

Retail Sales Associate

Toy Stable
Ellensburg
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted customers in product selection and provided expert recommendations.
  • Maintained product displays to ensure an appealing shopping environment.
  • Managed cash register operations and processed customer transactions efficiently.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
  • Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
  • Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
  • Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
  • Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.

Preschool Paraeducator

Bethel School District
Spanaway
09.2020 - 06.2023
  • Provided gross motor activities to support physical development of children.
  • Assisted in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom activities.
  • Maintained fun and interactive classroom with educational and interactive toys, games and books.
  • Assisted in supervision and daily functions of children, fostering enrichment and development.
  • Owned maintenance and housekeeping duties of classrooms, common-use areas, and playgrounds.
  • Helped coordinate snacks, meals, nap time and bathroom activities.
  • Promoted attractive, well-kept classroom, encouraging creativity, exploration and decision-making by children.
  • Used gentle disciplinary techniques to help overcome poor behavior.
  • Offered clear and consistent expectations for children's behavior to maintain enriching environment.
  • Attended staff meetings, workshops and school functions to enhance knowledge and skills.
  • Complied with policies and procedures to meet basic requirements of child care regulatory agency.
  • Utilized conscious discipline strategies, working with students.
  • Created hazard-free learning environment for young learners.
  • Distributed learning materials and supplies to students.
  • Built strong relationships with students, staff and parents.
  • Identified student issues through observation and counseling.
  • Supported teachers by completing assigned tasks.
  • Maximized instructional time by supporting students.
  • Promoted student development and extracurricular learning, organizing and supervising recreational activities.
  • Boosted student learning with targeted lessons and activities.
  • Kept classroom supplies and projects well-organized to cultivate positive, clean environment.
  • Engaged students with diverse teaching methods, hands-on activities and technology-based approaches.

Early Childhood Special Needs Paraeducator

Franklin Pierce School District
Tacoma
09.2018 - 08.2020
  • Met needs of students with physical and mental disabilities through adapted instructional approaches.
  • Evaluated student needs and assessed placement in special needs programs.
  • Maintained order among students by establishing and enforcing behavioral rules.
  • Facilitated creative play, social development and motor skills with well-organized learning spaces.
  • Implemented special educational strategies and instruction techniques to support development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, cognition and language.
  • Customized approaches to work within the limitations of an individual student's disabilities.
  • Offered children numerous chances to explore and manipulate different materials and textures, helping develop their sensory and perceptual skills.
  • Managed children's feedings, dressings and toileting.
  • Offered nonverbal communication and support to comfort and encourage the children.
  • Improved the children's creative play by coordinating indoor and outdoor opportunities.
  • Promoted educational, physical and social development of students with IEPs.
  • Demonstrated and reinforced socially acceptable behavior to address issues.
  • Encouraged, comforted and positively reinforced non-verbal children.
  • Helped special needs students adapt to mainstream classes, supporting students and teachers throughout process.
  • Collaborated with academic administrators, social workers and specialists in support of IEP development and assessment.
  • Encouraged students to persevere through challenging moments to help prepare them for later grades.
  • Helped the students improve their motor skills through diverse activities.

Daycare Teacher's Assistant

Tiny Vines Daycare
Fredrickson
09.2010 - 06.2014
  • Enforced school and class rules to promote positive behavior among students.
  • Planned and used appropriate instructional and learning activities, materials and technology.
  • Maintained positive learning experience for students with diverse backgrounds.
  • Developed good relationships with students and staff to promote trust.
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Conducted one-on-one and group tutoring to assist students with difficult lessons.
  • Supervised students during lunch breaks, field trips and extra-curricular events to support lead teacher.
  • Corresponded with parents to provide updates and developments about child's progress.
  • Helped struggling students with problem areas to build confidence.
  • Protected confidential information, grades and test scores to comply with regulations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education

WGU
Millcreek, Utah
06-2028

High School Diploma - General Education

Gov. John Rogers High School
Puyallup, WA
06.2014

Skills

  • Lesson preparation
  • Microsoft Word
  • Critical thinking
  • Coordination
  • Internet research
  • Ability to multitask
  • Work planning
  • Relationship building
  • Schedule coordination
  • Time management
  • Self-starter
  • Good communication
  • Self motivation
  • Scheduling
  • Classroom management
  • Child development
  • Behavior reinforcement
  • Inclusive education
  • Student engagement
  • Classroom support
  • First aid and CPR
  • Special education support

Timeline

Substitute Paraprofessional

Ellensburg School District
04.2024 - 06.2024

Retail Sales Associate

Toy Stable
07.2023 - 03.2024

Preschool Paraeducator

Bethel School District
09.2020 - 06.2023

Early Childhood Special Needs Paraeducator

Franklin Pierce School District
09.2018 - 08.2020

Daycare Teacher's Assistant

Tiny Vines Daycare
09.2010 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education

WGU

High School Diploma - General Education

Gov. John Rogers High School

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