Hi, I’m
Courtney Alvey
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Passionate about supporting individuals and children with diverse needs, I bring a background in special education assistance. Proven track record of enhancing students' learning experiences through personalized strategies, demonstrating patience and effective communication skills. Qualified Teaching Assistant well-versed in addressing academic, behavioral, and personal needs of students with developmental delays and diagnoses like autism spectrum disorder. Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. Ready to contribute to team success and achieve positive results while tackling new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bristow Elementary
Special Education Instructional Assistant
10.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia resources in lessons.
- Monitored student performance through ongoing assessment and data collection, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized education plans and adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse needs.
- Supported students with behavioral challenges through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and positive feedback.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to ensure continuous improvement.
- Assisted special education teachers in developing and executing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to students'' unique learning styles and abilities.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive learning environment that promoted respect, empathy, and understanding among all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies consistently across various settings to promote positive outcomes both in the classroom and beyond.
- Contributed to the creation of sensory-rich environments designed to reduce overstimulation while promoting self-regulation skills among students with sensory processing challenges.
- Maintained thorough documentation of daily observations, progress updates, incident reports, and communication with parents or guardians as necessary.
- Implemented a variety of accommodations, including visual schedules and modified materials, to support students'' diverse learning needs effectively.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Promoted self-advocacy among students by teaching them how to effectively communicate their needs within the context of school and wider community settings.
- Supported student participation in extracurricular activities by providing appropriate accommodations and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
- Encouraged peer collaboration through structured group activities while maintaining differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
- Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to Number by reviewing lesson teachings and answering questions.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Developed strong relationships with families through open communication channels regarding student progress toward goals established in their individualized education plans.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Organized meaningful field trips that connected classroom learning to real-world experiences while fostering social skills development.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists, to ensure holistic support for each student.
- Facilitated small group instruction, allowing for targeted skill development and increased opportunities for peer collaboration.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Fruit Of The Loom Inc.
Cell Leader
03.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Tracked warehouse contents continually, maintained constant awareness of stock levels and performed formal inventory review.
- Trained internal staff members on administrative processes, work instructions and procedures to facilitate consistent and seamless company operations.
- Successfully led key projects which resulted in positive outcome. Putting in new equipment to learn and grow and become more efficient within the work place.
- Planned and executed daily routines within a module for a crew of 4 pickers, 2 module balancers, and 2 module stockers to be able to recieve the orders and complete orders within a timely manner.
- Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
- Kept projects on track by resolving employee issues and complaints.
- Reduced crew member injury statistics by instructing all employees in safe work practices.
- Managed multiple employees in various job tasks throughout all phases of project completion.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and increase efficiency.
- Supervised employees completing tasks, ensuring that each met high company standards.
- Mentored all newly hired pickers in E-Commerce to prepare each for job roles.
- Assisted team with job tasks as needed to complete project milestones or when employees were out sick.
- Performed system startups, mechanical troubleshooting and corrective action management for any identified issues.
- Monitored work of employees and contractors to assess project conformance with customer requirements.
- Estimated materials, tools and personnel required for each job from start to finish.
Graves Gilbert Clinic
Purchasing Clerk
04.2022 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Organized purchasing files both physically and electronically for easy access during audits or reviews by management staff members.
- Tracked delivery status of outstanding purchase orders, providing updates to relevant departments as needed.
- Assisted in the implementation of new procurement software, leading to improved data management and reporting capabilities.
- Verified accuracy of bills of lading, contracts and purchase requests.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stockouts, ensuring timely replenishment of critical items.
- Managed large product inventories and placed orders when product levels were running low.
- Coordinated with warehouse personnel to ensure proper receipt and storage of delivered goods upon arrival at the facility.
- Evaluated proposals from potential vendors, ensuring selection based on quality, service, and pricing factors.
- Kept meticulous records of orders in computer system using Software.
- Improved supplier relations by negotiating contracts and maintaining professional communication.
- Collaborated with department heads to determine appropriate budgets for necessary purchases.
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering a collaborative environment for effective negotiations.
- Managed invoice discrepancies by effectively communicating with vendors to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Reduced costs with thorough research and comparison of product prices from multiple suppliers.
- Fulfilled product orders for $Amount annual revenue-producing company.
- Arranged movement of products from one company location to another.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
Fruit Of The Loom Inc.
Picker
10.2018 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Used RF scanner to pick items from bins and complete orders.
- Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
- Placed products on conveyors for final wrapping and shipment.
- Stacked, organized and palletized packages for efficient storage and movement.
- Packed products into designated boxes, taking care to protect items from damage or shifting during transport.
- Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
- Mentored newly hired employees on warehouse safety procedures and demonstrated proper operation of RF scanner to avoid mishaps.
Fruit Of The Loom Inc.
Material Handler
07.2018 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Palletized boxes for easy movement and shipment.
- Tracked movements with hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target and walmart locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to facilitate movement in accordance with scheduling requirements.
- Gained complete understanding of duties and job tasks for each shift, prioritizing those requiring immediate completion.
- Recorded unit quantities and handled or moved materials with forklifts or Raymonds equipment.
- Received and assembled new equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Cleared aisles, swept floors and reorganized inventory to keep warehouse neat and remove obstacles.
- Responded to job-related inquiries from supervisor quickly and professionally and provided updates on anticipated task completion times.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move, pick or put away products.
Education
Bowling Green Technical CollegeBowling Green, KY
GED
7 2012
University Overview
- Honor Roll all through my school career
- STLP (Student Technology Leadership Program) Recipient
- BETA Club member
- 3.8 GPA
- Excelled in learning PowerPoint Presentation, Excel Worksheet, Microsoft Word, Keynote
- I was in advanced AP writing
- Spelling Bee winner 3 years in a roll
South Central Community And Technical College Bowling Green, KY
Associates Degree from Elementary Education
Skills
- Crew management
- Onboarding and training
- Crew scheduling
- Work task assignments
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Meeting participation
- Skilled in heavy machinery such as Forklifts, Standup, Raymonds
- Troubleshooting
- Safety optimization
- Crew oversight
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- Exceptional problem solver
- Timely project completion
- Group environments
- Production line/assembly line forklift experience
- Employee productivity reports
- Safety understanding
- Flexible work schedule
- Manual labor skills
- Utilizing scanner systems
- Dependable independent worker
- Computer literate
- Excellent driving record
- Friendly and hardworking
- Managing large crews
- Organizational strengths
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent plan comprehension
- Team player
- Establishing goals and setting priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic
- Detail-oriented
- Quality control
- Solid communication skills
- Basic math skills
- Emotional regulation
- Literacy intervention
- Visual supports
- Assistive technology
- Mathematics intervention
- Motor skills development
- Adaptive curriculum
- Social skills training
- Data collection
- Group and individual instruction
- Sensory integration
- Progress reporting
- Area of study instruction
- Autism support
- IEP implementation
- Toileting assistance
- Student supervision
- IEP compliance
- Behavioral plan management
- Special needs
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Teaching and instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Reading instruction
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Relationship building skills
- Teacher assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Skills strategies
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Bristow Elementary
10.2024 - Current
Purchasing Clerk
Graves Gilbert Clinic
04.2022 - 12.2023
Cell Leader
Fruit Of The Loom Inc.
03.2019 - Current
Picker
Fruit Of The Loom Inc.
10.2018 - 03.2019
Material Handler
Fruit Of The Loom Inc.
07.2018 - 10.2018
Bowling Green Technical College
GED
South Central Community And Technical College
Associates Degree from Elementary Education
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