Christina Winkelman
Parker,CO
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing community engagement and optimizing operational efficiency, demonstrated during tenure at Children's Hospital. Excelled in volunteer recruitment and leveraging computer skills to streamline recordkeeping. Known for a positive attitude and organizational prowess, significantly contributing to team success and program effectiveness.
Experienced with creating supportive learning environments for special education students. Utilizes tailored instructional strategies to address diverse learning needs. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and behavioral management to foster student growth.
Qualified paraprofessional with extensive experience supporting special education students in classroom setting. Adept at developing individualized learning plans and fostering inclusive educational environment. Demonstrated ability to utilize effective communication and behavioral management skills to enhance student engagement and success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Tabb High School
09.2024 - 11.2025
- Assisted students with academic tasks, ensuring individualized support for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement tailored instructional strategies and learning interventions.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on behavioral and academic development.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Trained new paraeducators on classroom procedures and effective student engagement techniques.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
Volunteer
Children's Hospital
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Stayed with patients while parents took a break. Played games, kept them company.
- Ran a childcare during special events. I was in charge of kids from 6 months old to 10 years old.
Para Professional Assistant
Prairie Middle School
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
Sales Associate
Icing By Claire's
04.2011 - 08.2012
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Performed store opening and closing tasks. Including setting up registers and opening the store.
Sales Manager's Assistant
Harry and David
07.2004 - 07.2009
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
- Also performed sales associate tasks.
- I was lead during new merchandise unloading from truck, organizing and placing in shelves.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Biology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2012
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
Parker, CO05.2001
Skills
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Community Engagement
- Computer Skills
- Recordkeeping
- Telephone Etiquette
- Positive Attitude
- Organized and Efficient
- Instructional strategies
- Individualized support
- Behavioral monitoring
- Classroom management
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Tabb High School
09.2024 - 11.2025
Para Professional Assistant
Prairie Middle School
08.2012 - 12.2012
Volunteer
Children's Hospital
06.2012 - 01.2013
Sales Associate
Icing By Claire's
04.2011 - 08.2012
Sales Manager's Assistant
Harry and David
07.2004 - 07.2009
Bachelor Of Arts - Biology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School