AUDREY MCDOUGAL
Anna,Tx
Summary
Dedicated classroom assistant devoted to student growth and development. Improves academic performance, social integration and personal skills with consistent help and encouragement to students. Works efficiently with teachers and administrators to build positive support networks for students. Compassionate professional in special education support, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in behavior modification techniques, individualized education plan implementation, and adaptive learning technologies. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring successful student engagement and progress.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
McKinney Boyd High School
McKinney, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to create differentiated assignments that addressed the varied abilities of all learners.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Maintained attendance records and documented class activity.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Faubion Middle School
McKinney, Tx
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Responsible for 6th, 7th and 8th grade inclusion classes
- Used technology, AV equipment and communication devices in the classroom
- Instruct students on concepts outlined in lesson plans
- Help supervising teacher manage classroom and implement lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Assisted in maintaining an engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Owner/ Office Manager
The Tx Room
Plano, TX
04.2006 - Current
- Responsible for all day to day activities for 3 licensed chiropractors
- Verifications through all major insurance companies for benefits and copays
- Responsible for all ordering procedures for the practice
- Managed inventory for both office and clinical supply
- Maintained a database for over 20,000 patients.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Server
Uncorkd' Wine Bar and Grill
McKinney, Tx
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Greeted and Supported over 5 tables at one time while delivering food and beverages promptly and courteously to customers
- Followed, safety, sanitation and food handling guidelines while experiencing COVID shut down
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Processed credit card and cash transactions accurately
- Coordinated table assignments and arranged tables for groups
- Opened restaurant daily with all opening task completed timely for daily opening
- Trained new servers on company policies, guest service standards and best practices
- Entered orders into POS system accurately while communicating with kitchen staff.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
L.V. Berkner High School
Richardson05-1992
Some College (No Degree) - Fashion Marketing
University of North Texas
Denton, TX01-1992
Dale Carnegie Recipient -
Sewell Lexus
Richardson, TX01-1996
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior modification
- Student engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Student supervision
- Excellent communication
- Subject tutoring
- Reading support
- Small group instruction
- Advocacy
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
McKinney Boyd High School
08.2024 - Current
Paraeducator, Special Education
Faubion Middle School
08.2022 - 08.2024
Server
Uncorkd' Wine Bar and Grill
10.2019 - 07.2022
Owner/ Office Manager
The Tx Room
04.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
L.V. Berkner High School
Some College (No Degree) - Fashion Marketing
University of North Texas
Dale Carnegie Recipient -
Sewell Lexus
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