Dedicated Kindergarten paraprofessional with extensive experience in behavior management and literacy support. Proven ability to enhance classroom efficiency and foster positive learning environments. Skilled in communication and empathy, facilitating supportive student interactions, and effective collaboration with teachers.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Plymouth Canton Community School District
Canton, MI
01.2016 - Current
Provided guidance to kindergarten students with their learning activities.
Observed children's behavior in order to document any changes or issues that need attention from teachers or administrators.
Administered assessments such as benchmark tests throughout the year to measure student progress in meeting academic standards.
Implemented behavior management techniques designed by the teacher/behavioral specialist in order to help manage disruptive behaviors among students.
Assisted in lesson and activity preparation to enhance student engagement.
Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
Organized classroom materials and supplies as needed by the teacher.
Nursery Director
Plymouth First United Methodist Church
Plymouth, USA
09.2008 - 04.2019
Provide childcare for children 2 and under for Sunday School, church services and special events when required.
Schedule workers and volunteers.
Maintain Nursery supplies.
Nursery Co-director
Plymouth First United Methodist Church
Plymouth, USA
09.2008 - 04.2019
Support Nursery Director in her duties.
Lunch Recess Paraprofessional
Plymouth Canton Community School District
Canton, MI
01.2016 - 01.2019
Supervise children during lunch recess.
Direct traffic in drop off lane before school and put children on buses after school.
Overage hours in Kindergarten, Third and Fifth grades.
Billing Coordinator
Technicolor
Livonia, MI
07.1996 - 04.2005
Company Overview: Technicolor, Livonia
Audit orders placed by Customer Services Representations for correct pricing, line item charges and any other aspects needing to be checked.
Invoiced customers for shipping charges.
Technicolor, Livonia
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Technicolor
Livonia, MI
07.1996 - 04.2005
Company Overview: Technicolor, Livonia
Promoted to oversee all accounts payable duties for TDC division of company.
Processed and paid vendor invoices.
Investigated vendor issues.
Technicolor, Livonia
Data Entry Clerk
Technicolor
Livonia, MI
07.1996 - 04.2005
Company Overview: Technicolor, Livonia
Performed various tasks including deleting and adding account numbers within the General Ledger, entering journal vouchers, and processing budgets.
Completed each task successfully in a timely and accurate manner.
Plymouth First United Methodist Church, Chairperson in charge of Insurance and Room Usage, 2024-01-01, Present, Chairperson in charge of Interiors, 2016-01-01, Present, Sunday Services Volunteer, 2006-09-01, 2008-05-01, VBS Volunteer, 2006, 2008-2014, President of Plymouth First United Methodist Women, 2008-01-01, 2012-01-01, Poppy Circle co-leader, 2007-09-01, Present, Hope Circle member, 2005-09-01, 2007-09-01
Teacher - Students With Cognitive Impairments at Plymouth-Canton Community SchoolsTeacher - Students With Cognitive Impairments at Plymouth-Canton Community Schools