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Cassi Rader

Seminole,OK

Summary

Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families and colleagues.

Detail-oriented Office Manager equipped to support day-to-day operational functions and accomplish business goals. Blends advanced organizational, technical and business expertise to enhance workflows. Focused on attentively assisting office staff and customers and identifying opportunities for improvement. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

The Academy of Seminole
Seminole, OK
08.2019 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
  • Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
  • Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
  • Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
  • Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, watercolors and oils.
  • Instructed students on proper safety procedures when using various tools or materials.
  • Created and developed course outlines, syllabi, and other instructional materials for graphic design classes.
  • Assisted in developing special software programs used by students to enhance their learning experience.
  • Organized field trips to local museums and galleries to provide a hands-on learning environment for students.
  • Evaluated student progress using various methods including written assessments, presentations, portfolios.

Office Manager

Bryan Street Storage
Shawnee, OK
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
  • Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
  • Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service experience.
  • Conducted regular reviews of business procedures to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Determined marketing strategies by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.

Paraprofessional

Varnum Public Schools
Seminole, OK
08.2012 - 05.2017
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
  • Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
  • Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
  • Organized field trips and other school activities as requested by teachers or administrators.
  • Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
  • Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
  • Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
  • Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
  • Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
  • Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
  • Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
  • Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
  • Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
  • Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
  • Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
  • Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.

Education

Associate of Science - Pre-Education

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee
Okmulgee, OK
05-2022

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Seminole State College
Seminole, OK
05-2020

Skills

  • Small Group Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Operations Management
  • Billing
  • Inventory Control
  • Data Entry
  • Bookkeeping
  • Customer Service
  • Office Management
  • Financial Accounting
  • Classroom support
  • Test Proctoring
  • Progress Reporting
  • Course Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Colleague Collaboration
  • Instructional Methods
  • Course Materials Preparation
  • Subject Research
  • Task Prioritization
  • Effective Communication
  • Time management abilities
  • Reliability
  • Program Design
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability
  • Self Motivation
  • Relationship Building
  • Google Classroom
  • Advanced computer skills

Affiliations

  • Artistic, loves to draw and paint.
  • Loves museums and learning

Accomplishments

  • Certified Paraprofessional
  • Certified Art therapy life coach
  • 2 Associate degrees

Certification

  • Certified paraprofessional
  • Certified Art therapy life coach

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher

The Academy of Seminole
08.2019 - Current

Office Manager

Bryan Street Storage
05.2017 - 07.2019

Paraprofessional

Varnum Public Schools
08.2012 - 05.2017

Associate of Science - Pre-Education

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Seminole State College

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