Alice Lilley
Dunseith ,ND
Summary
Adept at fostering educational and nurturing environments, as demonstrated at Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, I excel in teamwork, collaboration, and critical thinking. My experience spans from teaching and caregiving to managing high-stress situations in casino settings, underscoring my ability to adapt and communicate effectively across diverse roles.
Overview
2008
2008
years of professional experience
Work History
QSP
Self Employed Web
- Demonstrates initiative through strong personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Teaching Assistant
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Collaborated with educators to implement new teaching strategies, resulting in more dynamic and effective instruction.
- Coordinated with parents and teachers to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Contributed to positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs, promoting equity and inclusion.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources, ensuring materials were readily available for lessons.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current with educational best practices.
- Assisted in organization of school events, enhancing school community and student experience.
- Increased class participation by creating positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
- Supported lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Provided feedback on student's work, guiding improvements and encouraging continuous learning.
- Coordinated with parents and teachers to discuss student progress, fostering collaborative approach to education.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Foster Care Provider
Turtles Mountain Child Welfare
- Engaged regularly with caseworkers and team members to improve outcomes in child care.
- Coordinated schedules to establish dependable patterns crucial for fostering development.
- Engaged in continuous training programs to maintain expertise in foster care practices.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, school achievements, and behavioral issues.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Established clear boundaries within the home environment that promoted respect for themselves and others.
- Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
- Assisted foster children with completing homework assignments and improving their overall academic performance.
- Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
- Teamed with caseworkers and support teams to provide suitable care for children in foster system.
- Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
- Enhanced the well-being of foster children by providing a safe, nurturing environment and addressing emotional, social, and educational needs.
- Provided transportation to school, appointments, extracurricular activities, and family visits as needed.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenging behaviors exhibited by some foster children while maintaining a supportive atmosphere within the home setting.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation strategies.
- Advocated on behalf of each child in court hearings as necessary.
- Offered consistent guidance during difficult transitions or life changes to help foster children adapt more easily.
- Assisted older youth transitioning into adulthood by providing guidance on essential life skills and decision-making processes.
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Coordinated with therapists, counselors, and other professionals to create individualized plans for each child''s development.
- Fostered a sense of belonging among all household members by celebrating achievements, special occasions, and cultural traditions together.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
- Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
- Promoted healthy relationships among family members through effective communication practices and conflict resolution strategies.
- Strengthened bond with children by delivering emotional assistance.
- Organized engaging activities for leisure time that encouraged social interaction between all household members while promoting personal growth opportunities for the individuals involved.
- Effectively managed financial resources available for the care of each child within state guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with biological parents as appropriate to facilitate reunification efforts when possible.
- Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Scheduled comprehensive tests to uncover obstacles and recommend solutions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Table Games Dealer
Sky Dancer Casino & Resort
09.1997 - 12.2007
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, remaining calm under pressure while maintaining professionalism with guests.
- Maintained fast game pace by handling chips, cards, money, and gaming equipment efficiently.
- Managed chips and money transactions with attention to detail to prevent fraud.
- Adhered to all gaming regulations and procedures to maintain legal and ethical operation.
- Monitored guest behavior for signs of intoxication or disorderly conduct, intervening when necessary to maintain a safe environment for all patrons.
- Developed strong relationships with regular clients, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat visits to the casino.
- Assisted players with placing bets, educating on game rules to increase understanding.
- Monitored game for potential security risk to protect operation and players.
- Maintained a professional and welcoming atmosphere for players with excellent communication skills.
- Answered players questions and resolved disputes to provide excellent customer service.
- Created enjoyable atmosphere for players by engaging patrons in positive and entertaining conversation.
- Learned and followed company procedures to maintain consistency and standards.
- Enforced game rules to maintain fair paly and avoid disputes.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing friendly and efficient service during table games sessions.
- Monitored players behavior, taking appropriate action against rule violations.
- Upheld the highest standards of game security, quickly identifying potential cheating or suspicious behavior.
- Provided an enjoyable gaming environment for all guests by adhering to responsible gambling guidelines at all times.
- Conducted smooth transitions between shifts by thoroughly communicating pertinent information to incoming dealers.
- Inspected table games and equipment to confirm proper function.
- Ensured game integrity through strict adherence to gaming policies and procedures.
- Promoted teamwork among coworkers on the casino floor, fostering a cohesive work environment that optimized both guest experience and dealer performance.
- Assisted in training new dealers, sharing expert knowledge of game rules and best practices for customer service.
- Kept track of game outcomes and reported to supervisor for accurate record keeping.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and emerging games to better serve clientele with diverse interests.
- Kept gaming areas clean and organized to maintain safe and secure environment.
- Handled and shuffled cards and playing pieces to maintain game integrity.
- Promoted customer retention and satisfaction by greeting guests and encouraging fun gameplay environment.
- Collaborated with floor supervisors to address player disputes promptly and professionally, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Contributed to casino revenue growth by effectively managing multiple table games simultaneously.
- Maintained a clean and organized gaming area, ensuring guests had access to necessary supplies while also keeping the casino floor visually appealing.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to various roles within the casino as needed, including cashier duties when required.
- Enhanced guest experience by providing friendly and professional service during game sessions.
- Developed and maintained rapport with regular patrons, encouraging repeat visits and loyalty to casino.
- Ensured compliance with gaming regulations and laws, upholding casino's reputation and legal standing.
- Fostered sense of community among players with exceptional communication skills and personal attention.
- Monitored games for compliance with casino policies and procedures, contributing to secure gaming environment.
- Increased table game participation with engaging interactions and clear explanations of game rules.
- Maintained high level of concentration and accuracy under pressure, ensuring smooth game flow.
- Managed large sums of money, ensuring accurate transactions and payouts to maintain casino integrity.
- Implemented strategies to manage high-stress situations, maintaining professionalism and poise.
- Resolved player disputes calmly and effectively, maintaining positive atmosphere at table.
- Streamlined game operations by introducing efficient shuffling and dealing techniques.
- Contributed ideas for operational improvements during team meetings, leading to enhanced service delivery and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with security to identify and mitigate potential fraud, protecting casino assets and guest safety.
- Adapted quickly to new and varied table games, enhancing versatility and value as team member.
- Facilitated welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, attracting diverse group of players to tables.
- Welcomed customers and established immediate rapport to encourage gameplay.
- Controlled equipment such as roulette wheels to run games.
- Prepared players to join games by explaining rules and exchanging money for chips.
- Dealt cards and compared hands to determine winners of games such as blackjack.
- Maintained rules for games and identified instances of cheating, notifying security team.
- Worked with dealer team to run larger games such as craps and baccarat.
Education
GED - General Studies
Turtle Mountain Community College
Belcourt, ND05.1995
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
Accomplishments
I have been a foster parent for 17 years with many different trainings over the years. I have enjoyed learning to help children and Families over the years with different situations in life. Working as a teaching assistant let me help families with different needs and learning some of the community resources.
Affiliations
Anne Carlsen center
Mountain Lake Human services
Turtle Mountain Head Start
Timeline
Table Games Dealer
Sky Dancer Casino & Resort
09.1997 - 12.2007
QSP
Self Employed Web
Teaching Assistant
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa
Foster Care Provider
Turtles Mountain Child Welfare
GED - General Studies
Turtle Mountain Community College