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Chasity Rice

Racine,WI

Summary

Accomplished Educational Assistant at Racine Alternative Learning Center, adept in learning disabilities support and fostering teacher-student rapport. Excelled in adapting instruction for special needs students, enhancing classroom engagement. Proven track record in improving learning outcomes through individualized support, showcasing strong interpersonal and instructional skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Educational Assistant

Racine Alternative Learning Center
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
  • Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.

Non-CDL Delivery Driver

Performance Foodservice
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, collecting payments from customers upon delivery when necessary.
  • Trained new drivers on company protocols, safe driving practices, and efficient routing techniques.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering orders on time and providing excellent service.
  • Safely navigated various types of road conditions, adjusting driving styles accordingly to maintain safety standards.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on industry regulations, trends, and best practices in non-CDL transportation services.
  • Maintained clean driving record while transporting goods safely and efficiently.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures while representing company professionally on road.
  • Managed inventory within truck, ensuring accurate counts and proper organization of products.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 81 miles from home location.

School Bus Driver

First Student Inc
06.2021 - 03.2023
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Provided positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.

Behavioral Health Specialist

Ilife
02.2020 - 03.2023
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
  • Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to address negative thought patterns and promote healthier thinking habits among clients.
  • Used to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Worked closely with adults and children in community settings, at residential facilities and within homes.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support and safety for affected individuals.
  • Created progress reports, assessments and charting within required timeframes.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing topics such as coping skills, stress management, and relapse prevention, fostering a supportive environment for participants.
  • Assisted clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms that contributed to sustained behavioral changes and improved overall wellbeing.
  • Consulted regularly with psychiatrists regarding medication management recommendations for shared clients, ensuring optimal pharmacological interventions complementing therapy approaches.

Caregiver

Alpha Homes Of Wisconsin Inc
04.2018 - 07.2020
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting patient's personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.

IT Specialist

Modine Manufacturing Company
03.2018 - 09.2018
  • Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Managed hardware and software inventory, ensuring timely updates and replacements as needed.
  • Maintained servers and systems to keep networks fully operational during peak periods.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing problems reported by end-users.
  • Suggested software and hardware modifications to reduce lag time and improve overall speed.
  • Walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Optimized network performance through regular monitoring and maintenance.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of current industry trends, developments, tools, or techniques relevant to role of IT specialist.
  • Performed server backups and changed and replaced backup tapes daily.
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users.

Cashier

Big Lots
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Lifted up to 50 pounds at once and used forklift to move heavier loads.

Education

High School Diploma -

Case High School
Racine, WI
06.2016

Skills

  • Learning Disabilities Support
  • Teacher Support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Autism Spectrum Support

Certification


  • Licensed class b driver -3 years

Timeline

Educational Assistant

Racine Alternative Learning Center
01.2024 - Current

Non-CDL Delivery Driver

Performance Foodservice
06.2023 - 01.2024

School Bus Driver

First Student Inc
06.2021 - 03.2023

Behavioral Health Specialist

Ilife
02.2020 - 03.2023

Caregiver

Alpha Homes Of Wisconsin Inc
04.2018 - 07.2020

IT Specialist

Modine Manufacturing Company
03.2018 - 09.2018

Cashier

Big Lots
01.2018 - 04.2018

High School Diploma -

Case High School

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