Toni Kelsey
Omaha,NE
Summary
Paraprofessional offers 3 years in Elementary classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Omaha Public Schools
Omaha, NE
11.2019 - Current
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
Receptionist
State Of Ne. Temporary Service
Omaha, Nebraska
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
Receptionist
Family Housing Advisory Service
Omaha, Nebraskaq
03.2010 - 12.2016
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Triaged incoming calls on multi-line phone system and directed to departments based on customer needs.
- Monitored and screened visitors to verify accessibility to inter-office personnel.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Housing Counselor
Family Housing Advisory Svc
Omaha, Nebraska
10.2010 - 06.2013
- Met with housing residents and landlords to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures.
- Reviewed documentation and input data into computer system to complete eligibility process, re-certifications and tenant move-outs.
- Coordinated with local agencies to provide housing and prevent homelessness, decreasing homelessness [Number]%.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
Education
Certificate For Business Leadership
College of Saint Mary
Bachelor of Arts - General Administration
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE12.2021
Skills
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Filing and Classroom Organization
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Classroom Management
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Elementary Education
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- First Aid and CPR
- Special Needs Support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Omaha Public Schools
11.2019 - Current
Receptionist
State Of Ne. Temporary Service
09.2019 - 11.2019
Housing Counselor
Family Housing Advisory Svc
10.2010 - 06.2013
Receptionist
Family Housing Advisory Service
03.2010 - 12.2016
Certificate For Business Leadership
College of Saint Mary
Bachelor of Arts - General Administration
University of Nebraska At Omaha