ALISON PEREIRA
Washington,NJ
Summary
Positive, adaptable, and empathetic, bringing deep understanding of educational principles and language acquisition. Familiar with classroom management and instructional support, coupled with proficiency in Spanish-English translation. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environment and enhancing student engagement
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Paraprofessional
Warren Hills Regional Middle School
08.2023 - Current
- Served as translator and interpreter for written and verbal communication to students, parents and staff members.
- Demonstrated flexibility, coped with challenges of rapidly changing world and assisted students lacking language proficiency.
- Supported teacher in classroom discipline and maintained standards of pupil behavior.
- Displayed knowledge of various routine educational tasks, duties and procedures and followed specific instructions of teacher.
- Enhanced student engagement by creating a culturally inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt lesson plans for better comprehension by non-English speaking students.
- Collaborated with school counselors to address the unique needs of bilingual students, fostering a successful transition into their new educational environment.
TEAM LEADER
MOVING MY MEMORIES
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Team Lead
- Assisted customers with relocation to new living facilities
- Provided cleaning services to customers at current location
- Packaged and managed customer possessions for transportation
- Created and maintained Employee Payroll Spreadsheet and Work Schedule
- Maintained an open dialogue with customers for the duration of their relocation
- Provided support for customers during relocation
- Worked in tandem with all moving companies, living facilities and vendors during the relocation of customers
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
CASHIER
SEABRAS
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Lead Cashier
- Maintained a clean work environment
- Managed Inventory of product orders and supplies
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
- Processed all phone orders from distributors and customers
- Trained new employees on store policies and procedures
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
RECEPTIONIST/DRIVER
MILLENIUM MEDICAL
06.2012 - 08.2015
- Maintained all computer and filing systems
- Communicated with insurance companies
- Answered all incoming business calls and client requests for information
- Maintained clean and welcoming reception area, contributing to positive first impression for visitors.
- Drove and assisted patients to and from medical office
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Assisted with onboarding new clients and securing paperwork completion.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL
Harrison, NJ06.2006
Skills
- Highly dependable
- Strong communication skills
- Fast learner
- Leadership experience
- Computer skills
- Fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish
- Problem-Solving
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- IEP familiarity
- Translation proficiency
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
Bilingual Paraprofessional
Warren Hills Regional Middle School
08.2023 - Current
TEAM LEADER
MOVING MY MEMORIES
02.2020 - 11.2021
CASHIER
SEABRAS
03.2016 - 06.2018
RECEPTIONIST/DRIVER
MILLENIUM MEDICAL
06.2012 - 08.2015
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL
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