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Angella Bernard McKnight

Summary

Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator, Special Education

Stamford Board Of Education
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.

Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvement
06.2021 - 04.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.

Education

No Degree - Retailing And Retail Management Certification

Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT
06.2019

High School Diploma -

Adult & Continuing Education
Stamford, CT
05.2019

Skills

  • Classroom support
  • Emotional Support
  • Special Education Knowledge
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Social Skills Development

Timeline

Paraeducator, Special Education

Stamford Board Of Education
08.2022 - 04.2024

Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvement
06.2021 - 04.2024

No Degree - Retailing And Retail Management Certification

Norwalk Community College

High School Diploma -

Adult & Continuing Education

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