Callisto De Witt
Haysville,KS
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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Associate Manager/Cashier
Haysville Dollar Tree
360 N Main St Ste 100 Haysville KS 67060
10.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and accurate reporting of results.
- Improved communication within the team through regular meetings, updates, and open channels of communication.
- Helped team members maintain business professionalism by coaching each on methods for delivering exceptional service to every customer.
- Coordinated with General Manager in different operational issues and promotional activities.
Personal Caregiver
Joe Perez
Haysville, KS
01.2019 - Current
- Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal results.
- Maintained client health with proper medication administration and timely medical appointments.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while handling sensitive information related to clients'' personal lives and medical conditions.
- Exemplified strong problem-solving skills in addressing various challenges encountered during in-home caregiving assignments.
- Managed clients'' schedules, coordinating appointments and transportation as needed for optimal time management.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues, utilizing assistive devices when necessary for safe movement.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in catering to diverse clientele, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, or those recovering from surgery or illness.
- Ensured a safe home environment by performing housekeeping duties and implementing safety measures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of care for clients, ensuring a seamless integration of new services or adjustments to existing care plans.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients, fostering open communication regarding their concerns and needs.
- Maintained detailed records of client care activities for accurate reporting to family members and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced client well-being through regular social interaction and emotional support.
- Promoted client autonomy by assisting with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing routines.
- Improved client comfort by providing personalized in-home care and assistance with daily tasks.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Special Education Paraprofessional
USD261
Haysville
09.2015 - 02.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Education
Special Education/Child Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSpecial Education
Westwood College
Westminster, CO01-2016
Graduate Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
Stratford Career Inst
St. Albans, VT07-2008
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Asset management
- Troubleshooting skills
- Training and mentoring
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Customer engagement
- Staff training and development
- Employee supervision
- Learning disabilities support
- Teamwork
- Student supervision
- Problem-solving
- Behavioral plan management
- Nonverbal communication
- Life skills development
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Physical disabilities support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Individualized instruction
- Autism support
- Small group support
Timeline
Operations Associate Manager/Cashier
Haysville Dollar Tree
10.2023 - Current
Personal Caregiver
Joe Perez
01.2019 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
USD261
09.2015 - 02.2024
Special Education/Child Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Special Education
Westwood College
Graduate Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
Stratford Career Inst