Bridget Hoop
Coal City,IL
Summary
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Reed Custer Middle School
Braidwood, Illinois
08.2024 - Current
- Supported teachers in classroom management and lesson implementation.
- Assisted students with academic tasks and personal development needs.
- Monitored student behavior and provided feedback to teachers.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students and colleagues.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
Wait Staff Member
Honest Abe's Tap & Grill
Morris, Illinois
04.2023 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed food and beverage orders accurately for diverse clientele.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area during shifts.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and resolved issues efficiently.
- Processed payments and handled cash transactions securely during service.
Daycare Assistant
Playhouse Academy
Braidwood, Illinois
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Supported lead teachers in maintaining a safe and engaging classroom environment.
- Implemented developmental activities that promoted social and emotional growth in children.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and early childhood education practices.
- Assisted in leading and organizing activities for children such as arts, crafts, games and reading stories.
- Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
- Ensured safety of the children by monitoring their play areas and activities throughout the day.
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure a safe environment for all students.
Education
Reed Custer High School
Braidwood, ILSkills
- Classroom management
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
- Edit or add your own
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Reed Custer Middle School
08.2024 - Current
Wait Staff Member
Honest Abe's Tap & Grill
04.2023 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Playhouse Academy
07.2019 - 02.2021
Reed Custer High School