Dedicated professional with a background at Jordan School District, adept in classroom support and utilizing Canva for educational materials. Known for enhancing learning environments and behavioral improvements, demonstrating patience and instructional support. Proven track record in maintaining sterile surgical settings, ensuring high patient care standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Jordan School District
01.2021 - Current
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during instructional periods such as playgroud, small groups, large groups, and centers.
Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students and faculty members.
Made copies, laminated, and printed for lead teacher
Used Canva, Google Docs, and am familiar with Excel and Microsoft Word.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Made sure the classroom is clean for a calm learning environment.
Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Partnered with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student''s growth and progress.
Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Surgical Technician
Jordan Valley Medical Center
05.2005 - 12.2020
Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
Assisted in successful surgeries by setting up operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for each procedure.
Upheld high standards of patient privacy by following HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
Improved patient care by assisting surgeons during surgical procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
Established a reputation for reliability, punctuality, and dedication to providing the highest level of surgical support in all situations.
Contributed to positive patient outcomes by anticipating surgeons'' needs throughout procedures and reacting quickly to changes in situations.
Collected, prepared and disposed of medical specimens.
Enhanced surgical efficiency through expert handling and passing of instruments to the surgeon in a timely manner.
Maintained sterile fields by following aseptic techniques and adhering to infection control protocols.
Maintained optimal inventory levels of surgical supplies by conducting regular checks on stock availability and replenishing when necessary.
Completed continued education units yearly to stay up to date on surgical technology and meet organizational requirements.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Technician
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT
05-2005
High School Diploma -
West Jordan High School
West Jordan, UT
06-2003
Skills
Patient
Classroom support
Instructional support
Documentation
Group and individual instruction
Behavior improvements
Teaching assistance
Arts and crafts
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Jordan School District
01.2021 - Current
Surgical Technician
Jordan Valley Medical Center
05.2005 - 12.2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - Surgical Technician
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