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I love playing sports, travel and theater.
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Chrystal Dunn

Evanston,WY
Chrystal  Dunn

Summary

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Enthusiastic paraprofessional, experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing and math instruction and other education-related activities as assigned. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Goal-oriented, caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials. Compassionate individual with established experience providing support to students. Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans and assess student progress. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Uinta County School District 1
Evanston , WY

Para Professional
08.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
  • Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
  • Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.

Truckee Tahoe School District
Truckee, CA

Paraprofessional
08.2019 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.

RHA Community Services
Salt Lake City/ Bountiful , UT

Group Home Manager
10.2007 - 01.2013

Job overview

  • Helped individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities carry out daily living tasks by coordinating expert support.
  • Assisted staff with maintaining residents' health by scheduling medical appointments and arranging transportation.
  • Monitored direct care activities for optimal patient protections and infection control standards.
  • Spearheaded proactive training strategies to keep staff at forefront of current best practices and safety protocols.
  • Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
  • Communicated effectively with residents, staff and other stakeholders by listening, being respectful and promoting positive demeanor.
  • Offered learning opportunities to help residents develop important life skills.
  • Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
  • Arranged for ongoing housekeeping to keep home areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Maintained adequate coverage for residents' needs without exceeding budget targets by coordinating schedules and team workflows.
  • Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
  • Promoted residents' health and well-being by organizing diverse activities for physical, mental and social stimulation.
  • Protected clients' monies and property by tracking spending and reconciling accounts.
  • Mentored and coached staff to improve performance and interactions with residents.
  • Scheduled physician and other appointments for residents, providing transportation to each visit.
  • Organized entertaining recreational activities for home while staying within budget.
  • Created staff work schedules so each shift had appropriate number of employees for coverage.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
  • Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff.

Education

Layton High School
Layton, UT

High School Diploma
05.2003

University Overview

Skills

  • Skill-Building Support
  • Behavior Improvements
  • Post-Secondary Education
  • Activity Planning
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Lesson Planning
  • Social Integration
  • IEP Familiarity
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Safety Understanding
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Special Education
  • Crisis Management
  • Classroom Management
  • Games and Manipulatives
  • Tutoring and Mentoring
  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Multicultural Awareness
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Disability Care
  • First Aid
  • Student Health and Safety
  • Educational Support
  • Enrichment Activities
  • Behavioral Disorders
  • Assess Students
  • Multimedia Presentations
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Behavior Management
  • Supervising Student Activities
  • Effective Communication
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Classdojo Software Experience
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • School Policy and Rules Enforcement
  • Role Playing and Interaction Methods
  • Lesson Planning and Preparation
  • Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
  • Communication Disorders
  • Teach Social Skills
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Appropriate Age Group Experience
  • Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills

I love playing sports, travel and theater.

I love playing sports, travel and theater.

I played high school basketball, I love playing volleyball as well and play both every chance I get. I also reffed high school basketball. I travel with my family a lot and love to see everything I can. I have been to Mexico, England and Ireland, this Summer my daughter and I are going to Kenya on a humanitarian trip. I have been in a few plays and recently directed a play for the community theater where I am also on the board. 

Timeline

Para Professional
Uinta County School District 1
08.2020 - Current
Paraprofessional
Truckee Tahoe School District
08.2019 - 06.2020
Group Home Manager
RHA Community Services
10.2007 - 01.2013
Layton High School
High School Diploma
Chrystal Dunn