Andrea Kirkwood
Ocean Shores,WA
Summary
Compassionate Paraeducator in Special Education, highly productive and efficient in task completion. Skilled in behavior management, individualized education plan (IEP) implementation, and adaptive learning techniques. Excels using empathy, patience, and effective communication to support diverse student needs and foster inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
North Beach Middle/High School
Ocean Shores, WA
01.2025 - Current
- Supported students with individualized education plans in classroom activities.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment for students.
Owner/Operator
Curbside Coffee Truck
Tacoma, WA
01.2019 - Current
- I have a vast knowledge of the products I sell and promote.
- Load vehicles, drive to events, set up event space, and tear down once the event is complete.
- Create menus and social media posts.
- Build lasting relationships with returning and new customers.
- Make and serve coffee, espresso, Red Bull, Lotus, and ice cream floats.
- Respond to potential new events opportunities and create game plans for executing events, restocking, and inventory supplies.
- I am calm in a crisis with a positive attitude.
Delivery Driver
Cru Selections
Woodinville, WA
04.2022 - 06.2023
- I was able to demonstrate my ability to learn new things and learn quickly by loading vehicles with products and delivering to various accounts and locations in the Pacific Northwest (North Cascades, Long Beach/Vancouver, Tacoma, Vashon Island, Yelm, Olympia, and many others).
- Merchandise products and build displays in accounts.
- Perform weekly van maintenance and upkeep.
Delivery Driver and Sales
Grape Expectations
Burien, WA
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Being adaptable, I could route my and other drivers' deliveries for the day.
- Load vehicles with the product and then deliver to various accounts or locations throughout the Pacific Northwest (San Juan's, Vashon, Seattle, Tacoma, Anacortes, Bellingham, Spokane, and more).
- Merchandise products and build displays in accounts.
- Create new accounts and sales by visiting establishments we do not deliver to and introduce them to our products.
Receiver/Stocker
Total Wine and More
Federal Way, WA
04.2014 - 12.2017
- Check-in and unload freight deliveries.
- Communication and the ability to read customers were vital when working with customer service for wine, beer, and liquor sales.
- Order office and cleaning supplies.
- Manage beer department (growler station, bring in new beers, rotate beers).
Registration Host
Jackson Dawson Inc.
08.2013 - 04.2014
- I am very passionate about my work, and I would travel to events in and out of state to set up teardown booths and driving tracks-customer service.
- Check in drivers, discuss the features of the vehicles and send them off for their driving experience.
- Based in Detroit, MI
Banquet Lead
Emerald Downs
Auburn, WA
03.2008 - 07.2013
- I have the ability to work well with others, and I managed banquet staff for the setup of events and the setup/teardown of events.
- Customer service during events and races.
Education
High School Diploma -
Puyallup High School
Skills
- Inventory management
- Merchandising techniques
- Customer relationship management
- Classroom support
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Volunteer Experience
- DaNang International Marathon, 2017-Present, We run with orphaned, handicapped, and those affected by Agent Orange., We also bring the children's care packages, which include American toys, snacks, school supplies, etc.
- Silver Striders Senior Running Group, 2015-Present, Handing out water to runners, telling them to turn around the halfway point, and sometimes inputting.
- Point Defiance Zoo Events, 2008-2021, Picking up trash and directing people where to go during beer events, during Halloween/Christmas.
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
North Beach Middle/High School
01.2025 - Current
Delivery Driver
Cru Selections
04.2022 - 06.2023
Owner/Operator
Curbside Coffee Truck
01.2019 - Current
Delivery Driver and Sales
Grape Expectations
02.2018 - 03.2022
Receiver/Stocker
Total Wine and More
04.2014 - 12.2017
Registration Host
Jackson Dawson Inc.
08.2013 - 04.2014
Banquet Lead
Emerald Downs
03.2008 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Puyallup High School