Catherine Helm
Summary
Aspiring art teacher with an educational assistant background working in a diverse array of classroom environments, including Global Support, Emotional Support, and multiple art lesson collaborations. Courses of study at the University of New Mexico include Art Studio, Art Education, and Educational Psychology. Completed an after-school program practicum through art education and conducted an after-school crochet and embroidery club program for middle school as an educational assistant for three years.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Albuquerque Public Schools
09.2010 - Current
- Provided substitute teaching in a diverse array of classroom environments.
- Developed art lesson plans for classroom teachers to support curriculum through art making activities.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by creating a social storybook and emotional growth tracking materials.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and wall media.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps and restorative justice peer counseling
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Cash Accountant
Cost Plus World Market, Inc
10.2009 - 09.2010
- Safeguarded company assets through proper maintenance of physical cash securities, including safe deposit boxes and vaults.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Promoted the sales of goods in the store environment through the organization of visual display
- Conducted daily store recovery activities, including stocking, merchandising, and maintenance of display
- Processed front-end cash sales of goods, including cash and card transactions
Merchandiser
Ashley Furniture Homestore
03.2007 - 11.2008
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - University Studies
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM06.2024
Skills
- Art lesson plans
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavioral support
- Special Education
- Curriculum Implementation
- Materials Preparation
- Classroom Management
- Art instruction
- Behavior Modification
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Albuquerque Public Schools
09.2010 - Current
Cash Accountant
Cost Plus World Market, Inc
10.2009 - 09.2010
Merchandiser
Ashley Furniture Homestore
03.2007 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Arts - University Studies
University of New Mexico
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