Amy West

• Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behaviors of special needs students while they are completing tasks assigned by the teacher.
• Participated in team planning meetings with other professionals involved in the care of special needs children.
• Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a positive learning environment for students.
• Conducted assessments of student performance using data collection techniques such as observation, anecdotal records, interviews.
• Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
• Provided behavioral interventions when necessary for individual students with challenging behaviors.
• Attended IEP meetings to provide input on students' progress and any modifications needed in instruction or services.
• Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
• Supervised students and led classroom instruction during head teacher's absence to keep children motivated and on schedule.

• Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
• Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
• Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
• Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
• Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
• Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
• Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
• Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
• Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
• Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.

Managed daily operations of a busy household, including scheduling, nutrition, education, and entertainment.

Developed and implemented a household budget.

Coordinated educational activities that enhanced my children’s skills in literacy, mathematics, and science.

Volunteered in my children's school system through the PTA and PTO groups including as Treasurer and President of Pleasant Hill Elementary's PTO.

• Assessed patient specimens to ensure accuracy and validity of results.
• Mentored junior staff members on proper lab practices and procedures.
• Promoted improved accuracy in laboratory testing review and reporting by leading efforts to present data.
• Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
• Analyzed results of tests for conformity to specifications.
• Prepared standard solutions to combine with samples according to formulas or procedures.
• Validated laboratory test processes for completeness and safety.
• Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.
• Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
• Tested raw materials to determine quality and characteristics of substance.
• Troubleshot instrument malfunctions and conducted preventive maintenance activities as needed.
• Developed standard operating procedures for various clinical processes.
• Evaluated new technology for potential use within the clinical laboratory setting.
• Calibrated instruments according to manufacturer specifications.
• Maintained and operated complex laboratory equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.

• Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
• Advised customers on the selection of products based on their needs and preferences.
• Upsold additional services or products to increase revenue opportunities.
• Received inventory shipments and stocked shelves with merchandise.
• Facilitated returns or exchanges with minimal disruption to customers.
• Demonstrated product knowledge to answer customer questions and inquiries.
• Tracked inventory levels to ensure adequate stock was available at all times.
• Created window displays that showcased new products.
• Performed daily opening and closing procedures such as counting cash drawers and setting alarms.
• Processed payments using point-of-sale systems, credit card machines, and cash registers.
• Maintained an organized and clean store environment, including dusting displays regularly.
• Processed sales transactions using cash registers or point-of-sale systems.
• Performed basic repairs on jewelry items when needed.

• Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for project development.
• Managed multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record keeping.
• Interpreted results from experiments and surveys to generate meaningful conclusions.
• Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.
• Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
• Contributed ideas and suggestions regarding potential new areas of inquiry based on current trends in the field.
• Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
• Utilized knowledge of scientific principles and techniques to troubleshoot problems encountered during the course of research.
• Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
• Examined experiment results to identify potential underlying causes for scientific findings.
• Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples and stored specimens.
• Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
• Oversaw lab equipment stock and placed orders to expand inventory.