Cassandra Hopkins
Ottumwa
Summary
Proven educator and manager, adapt in classroom and behavior management, demonstrated at Ottumwa Community School District. Excelled in relationship building and student engagement, enhancing educational outcomes and customer satisfaction. Skillfully designed inclusive curriculum and led teams, showcasing strong leadership and mentoring abilities. Achieved notable improvements in learning environments and service delivery, embodying a positive role model.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Associate/Elementary Substitute Teacher
Ottumwa Community School District
08.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
Home Care Provider
Self Employed Services
04.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
Manager
Happy Joes Pizza
06.2005 - 06.2009
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Education
Associate of Arts - General
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA05-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA08-2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Positive role model and mentor
- Classroom instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
Affiliations
- Premier Dance Center-Acrobats Teacher
Timeline
Teacher's Associate/Elementary Substitute Teacher
Ottumwa Community School District
08.2022 - Current
Home Care Provider
Self Employed Services
04.2016 - Current
Manager
Happy Joes Pizza
06.2005 - 06.2009
Associate of Arts - General
Indian Hills Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Indian Hills Community College
Similar Profiles
Cassie ForbesCassie Forbes
Special Education Paraprofessional at Ottumwa Community School DistrictSpecial Education Paraprofessional at Ottumwa Community School District
Evan BuddeEvan Budde
Customer Service Representative at South Ottumwa Savings BankCustomer Service Representative at South Ottumwa Savings Bank
Natasha SchaferNatasha Schafer
Teacher Associate, Registration Secretary, Secretary, Substitute Teacher at Davis County Community SchoolTeacher Associate, Registration Secretary, Secretary, Substitute Teacher at Davis County Community School