Carri Loeffler
Westminster,CO
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional with a background in assisting teachers with classroom activities. Knowledgeable in school safety, learning processes and individualized expression. Offering a successful career history comprising more than 20 years.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Extreme Needs SPED PARA
Westminster Public Schools
Westminster, CO
12.2019 - Current
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Concession Stand Worker
Mile High Market Place
Henderson, CO
05.2014 - 01.2022
- Maintained high standards of customer service in high-volume, fast-paced operations.
- Used cash register to tender change and process cash and credit card payments.
- Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation within service goal times.
- Maintained clean and tidy service area by scrubbing and polishing counters, steaming tables and cleaning glasses and dishes.
- Managed refreshment stand and food concessions at public gatherings, sporting events and concerts.
- Immediately informed supervisors when equipment was not functioning properly to promote quick issue resolution.
- Cooked and packaged large batches of food prepared to order or kept hot until needed.
- Prepped food items for later use to save staff time during busy hours.
Kitchen Manager
Westminster Public Schools
Westminster, CO
09.2004 - 11.2019
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Wiped down counters using sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination among food items.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
After School Program Lead Summer Program Leader
Highland Hills Parks
Westminster, Colorado
08.2010 - 08.2018
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans to achieve objectives of each course.
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Facilitated development of program structure within classrooms to formulate and implement [Type] goals.
Food Services
Jeffco Public Schools
Arvada, Colorado
08.1998 - 06.2009
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oswego High School, Oswego, IL
Oswego Illinois01.1977
Skills
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Parental interaction
- Teaching and instruction
- Instructional support
- Verbal and written communication
- Student Supervision
- Classroom management
- Educational assistance
Timeline
Extreme Needs SPED PARA
Westminster Public Schools
12.2019 - Current
Concession Stand Worker
Mile High Market Place
05.2014 - 01.2022
After School Program Lead Summer Program Leader
Highland Hills Parks
08.2010 - 08.2018
Kitchen Manager
Westminster Public Schools
09.2004 - 11.2019
Food Services
Jeffco Public Schools
08.1998 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Oswego High School, Oswego, IL