Experienced with providing instructional support to students with special needs. Utilizes effective communication and collaborative skills to foster supportive learning environment. Knowledge of behavior management techniques and individualized education plans.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kaufman Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Substitute Teacher
Kaufman ISD
01.2022 - 09.2023
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.
Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Fill in when teachers need time off
Grades Pre K – 12th
Order picker
Amazon
07.2021 - 10.2021
Operate heavy machinery
Pick customers' orders within a timely manner
Inspect items for any damage before picking item
Pick a specific amount of items
Pick multi-items meaning both from the OP machine and from the mez area upstairs
Beginning to learn problem solving
Cashier/Key holder
Dollar General
09.2020 - 02.2021
Get people checked out in a timely and professional manner
Stock shelves of new product while also rotating older items to the front
Fix prices or void items if customer changes mind.
Keep store cleaned, counted money at the end of the night and close store
Advertising Specialist/Quality Control Administrator
Highlands Residential Mortgage
10.2017 - 10.2018
Reviewed company forms, marketing materials and communication procedures for compliance with applicable laws and guidelines.
Review any marketing/advertising materials to make sure they are compliant with Reg Z and State requirements
Conduct re-verifications of employment and assets
Pull in all files for audits
Complete an audit when needed
Review and approve MSAs for lead gens
Complete all tasks with time management as well as quality
Learning HMDA
Delivery Driver
O'Reilly Auto Parts
10.2016 - 09.2017
Completed a daily pre-trip inspection checklist before the first delivery of the day.
Selected the most efficient routes in compliance with delivery instructions and fuel policy.
Presented customers with bills and receipts and collected payments for goods delivered.
Established long-term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service.
Resolved customer complaints and adjusted orders.
Operated motor vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
Processed payments by accepting cash, checks and credit card payments.
Verified sales orders before loading and unloading merchandise.
Pulled customer tickets to fulfill orders.
Toddler Teacher
Smart Start Learning Center
09.2015 - 08.2016
Read stories to the children and taught them painting, drawing and crafts.
Employed a variety of materials for children to explore and manipulate in learning activities and imaginative play.
Disciplined children and recommended other measures to correct behavior.
Created an infant area, toddler area and preschool area of play within the daycare.
Carefully monitored children's play activities.
Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Upheld all CPR and Texas regulated certifications.
Offered stimulating curriculum that accommodated all learning styles.
Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Implemented positive discipline; followed policy of warning, timeout, talk and parent check-in.
Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
Cashier/ Customer Service
Wal-Mart
10.2014 - 09.2015
Prevented store losses using awareness, attention to detail and integrity.
Worked as a team member performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning.
Expressed appreciation and invited customers to return to the store.
Assisted customers with store and product complaints.
Guaranteed positive customer experiences and resolved all customer complaints.
Processed and issued money orders for customers.
Responsible for ringing up customers in a timely manner and guaranteeing high level of customer service.
Stocked and rotated inventory regularly.
Organized the store by returning all merchandise to its proper place.
Education
High School Diploma - Basics
Kaufman High School
Kaufman, TX
01.2007
RDA - Dental
Dallas Dental Assistant School
Dallas, TX
01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
East Texas A&M
Commerce, TX
05-2027
Skills
Critical thinker
Excellent research skills
Detail oriented
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Professional demeanor
Multi-tasking
Planning/coordinating
Team leadership
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Kaufman Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Kaufman ISD
01.2022 - 09.2023
Order picker
Amazon
07.2021 - 10.2021
Cashier/Key holder
Dollar General
09.2020 - 02.2021
Advertising Specialist/Quality Control Administrator
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