Candi Cochenour
Dorchester School District Two
Summerville,SC
12
years of professional experience
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with 8+ years of experience supporting IEP compliance, classroom organization, and student advocacy. Skilled in adapting instruction, reinforcing learning goals, and helping students succeed in daily routines.
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
7 Years 5 Months- Supported classroom teacher with IEP implementation and individualized student accommodations.
- Facilitated small-group instruction to reinforce reading, math, and functional skills.
- Monitored student behavior and applied positive intervention strategies to maintain engagement.
- Adapted instructional materials to match diverse learning needs and accessibility requirements.
- Assisted students with transitions, routines, and daily living skills throughout the school day.
- Documented student progress and communicated concerns to teachers and support staff.
- Supervised students during classroom activities, lunch, recess, and hallway transitions.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoor activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained a positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable the lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Offered accommodations for testing situations to support all students in demonstrating their knowledge and skills.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
Personal Shopper
2 Years 1 Month- Selected accurate groceries and household items according to customer preferences and order notes.
- Communicated promptly with customers regarding item availability, special requests, and substitutions.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing any issues or concerns promptly, maintaining a positive reputation as a Personal Shopper.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Verified product quality, freshness, and expiration dates before bagging orders.
- Substituted unavailable items with approved alternatives while preserving order accuracy.
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pickup.
- Packed fragile, refrigerated, and frozen items to maintain product condition during pickup.
- Maintained consistent service standards while adapting to changing priorities and customer needs.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
Lead Store Associate
1 Year 5 Months- Supervised daily store operations and ensured smooth customer and donation service.
- Trained associates on cashiering, merchandising, and store procedures.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly while maintaining professional service standards.
- Monitored sales floor presentation to maintain organized, shoppable displays.
- Processed merchandise, pricing, and tagging according to store standards.
- Assisted fellow associates in various departments, promoting cross-functional collaboration within the store team.
Personal Care Assistant
3 Years- Supported daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting with dignity and compassion.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with safe transfers, ambulation, and repositioning using proper body mechanics and fall-prevention practices.
- Monitored client condition and documented changes in mobility, appetite, and behavior for care team review.
- Prepared nutritious meals and followed dietary instructions, medication reminders, and hydration routines.
- Maintained clean living spaces through light housekeeping, laundry, and sanitation tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
- Dean's List Fall 2022
- Dean's List Spring 2023
- Dean's List Fall 2024
- National Society of Leadership and Success Member
- Kappa Delta Pi Member
Associate of Science - University Transfer
Skills
IEP implementation
Instructional support
Teacher assistance
Collaboration with teachers
Progress monitoring
Verbal and written communication
Behavior management
Classroom organization
Student advocacy
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dorchester School District Two
08.2019 - 01.2027Read More
Personal Shopper
Harris Teeter Grocery Store
07.2017 - 08.2019Read More
Lead Store Associate
Goodwill Industries of South Carolina
01.2017 - 06.2018Read More
Personal Care Assistant
Nightingale Nursing And Caregiving
01.2015 - 01.2018Read More
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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Trident Technical College
Associate of Science from University Transfer
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