CHRISTINA Hedges
Chicopee,MA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than 13 years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques. Compassionate paraprofessional provides individualized support to students with special needs. Experienced in creating and implementing learning plans and providing one-on-one support in classroom. Engaging personality offers strong task prioritization and time management skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Chicopee Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
Pizza Delivery Driver
Dough Maker
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Addressed issues and resolved customer complaints to establish trust and reliability.
- Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Collaborated with fellow team members, ensuring consistent communication and task distribution for a successful restocking process.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Tracked accumulated hours and dollar amounts charged to each client job to calculate client fees for professional services such as legal or accounting services.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating completed tasks and pending responsibilities to oncoming staff members.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements.
Education
GED -
High School Of Commerce
Springfield, MA06.1991
Skills
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Behavior Modification
- Student Supervision
- Written Communication
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Crisis Intervention
- Parent Communication
- Multitasking
- Reading Intervention
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Chicopee Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
Pizza Delivery Driver
Dough Maker
06.2012 - 09.2012
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
09.2006 - 10.2009
GED -
High School Of Commerce
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