Celia Jenks
Topeka,KS
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Auburn-Washburn School District USD 437
Topeka, KS
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Warehouse Packer
Target Distribution
Topeka, KS
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Packed, weighed and shipped items per customer specifications.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Inspected products before packaging to avoid shipping defective or damaged goods to customers.
- Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
Industrial Cleaner
The Dover Group
Topeka, KS
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Substitute Teacher
TDC Learning Center
Topeka, KS
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Paraprofessional
Silver Lake Elementary School
Silver Lake, KS
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Christ The King Early Learning Center
Topeka, KS
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Bullfrogs And Butterflies Child Care Center
Silver Lake, KS
04.2010 - 06.2011
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Industrial Cleaner
Office Fresh
Ontario, CA
05.2006 - 12.2009
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
Retail Merchandising Associate
Sears
Ontario, CA
05.2006 - 06.2007
- Provided positive shopping experience, employing conflict resolution skills when problems arose.
- Worked closely with individual customers to identify unique needs and supply appropriate products.
- Reported potential conflicts or issues to maximize sales and reduce shrink.
- Monitored inventory changes and ordered replenishments for stock to support customer demand.
Education
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario12.2009
Skills
- Active Participation
- Protective Equipment Knowledge
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Great Planning Skills
- Active Listening
- Handling Procedures
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Auburn-Washburn School District USD 437
09.2022 - 05.2023
Warehouse Packer
Target Distribution
10.2021 - 08.2022
Industrial Cleaner
The Dover Group
05.2020 - 08.2020
Substitute Teacher
TDC Learning Center
12.2019 - 03.2020
Paraprofessional
Silver Lake Elementary School
10.2019 - 12.2019
Lead Toddler Teacher
Christ The King Early Learning Center
04.2013 - 05.2014
Lead Toddler Teacher
Bullfrogs And Butterflies Child Care Center
04.2010 - 06.2011
Industrial Cleaner
Office Fresh
05.2006 - 12.2009
Retail Merchandising Associate
Sears
05.2006 - 06.2007
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Conestoga College
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