Amber Halverson
Maquoketa,IA
Summary
Dedicated Paraeducator with 7 years of comprehensive experience offering extra level of support and guidance to students both inside and outside classroom settings. Patient and kind professional skillful in working one-on-one with students to answer questions to reinforce concepts taught in classroom. Exceptionally organized, detail oriented communicator paired with strong commitment to total development of students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education/Behavior
Maquoketa Community School District
Maquoketa, IA
10.2016 - 09.2022
- Monitored classrooms to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior. Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
- Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks and progress with IEP goals.
- Tutored multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Documented behavior and progress data to communicate with teachers and administration.
- Oversee classrooms of 10-25 students.
Counselor/Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
Maquoketa, IA
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Planned and managed learning-focused, imaginative and play-oriented activities for elementary aged children.
- Monitored and led up to groups of 14 children.
Cashier
McDermott Oil
Cascade, IA
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Store Manager
B&C Liquor
Maquoketa, IA
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Hired, trained and managed employees and protocols.
Member Service Representative- Teller
IHMVCU
De Witt, IA
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
- Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans and lines of credit.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges and interest rates.
Retail Merchandiser
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Eastern Iowa; Galena, Ill
04.2013 - 03.2015
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Designed displays to deliver interactive, engaging and memorable store experiences for shoppers.
- Arranged consistent shelves, bins and racks at 5 locations on average by following established planograms.
- Drove client retention, managing engaging merchandise presentation to motivate impulse purchases.
- Planned and coordinated product availability for advertising and promotion purposes.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
Education
Accounting
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA08.2010
High School Diploma -
Andrew Community High School
Andrew, IA06.2003
Skills
- Instructional Support
- Skills Strategies
- Issue and Conflict Resolution
- Managing Employee Relations
- Planogram Execution
- Time Management
- Self-Motivated
- Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
- Certified Paraeducator (AEA)- 2018
- Para Area of Concentration Special Needs (AEA)- 2018
- Crisis Prevention Institution (CPI) Certification- 2019
- CPR Certification- 2019
Timeline
Counselor/Child Watch Staff Member
YMCA
06.2019 - 06.2021
Cashier
McDermott Oil
04.2017 - 09.2017
Paraeducator, Special Education/Behavior
Maquoketa Community School District
10.2016 - 09.2022
Member Service Representative- Teller
IHMVCU
07.2015 - 12.2015
Store Manager
B&C Liquor
05.2015 - 09.2016
Retail Merchandiser
Acosta Sales & Marketing
04.2013 - 03.2015
Accounting
Kaplan University
High School Diploma -
Andrew Community High School