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Dakota Freeman

Lanesborough,MA

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Student Support TeacherParaprofessionalCrew Team MemberCustomer Service RepresentativeAdult Day Center Intern

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Summary

After reviewing your job description, it's clear that you're looking for a cAndidate that is extremely fAmiliar with the responsibilities associated with the role, and I can perform them confidently. Given these requirements, I Am certain that I have the necessary skills to successfully do the job adeptly and perform above expectations. I am an adaptable professional, I`ve been very flexible with environments, and processing behavior and emotions. I`ve developed a skill set directly relevant to the Paraprofessional role you are hiring for, including conflict resolution, one on one care and Understanding behaviors

Overall, I have consistently demonstrated multitasking, problem-solving and communication abilities in every aspect of my team member role at Dunkin' Brands, wayfair, and the Brien Center.I have spent from 2022 until now working for pittsfield public school.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Support Teacher

Pittsfield Public Schools
Pittsfield, MA
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement effective classroom strategies for student engagement.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to new staff on best practices in student support.
  • Facilitated training sessions on inclusive teaching methods for faculty members.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify improvement opportunities and adjust interventions.
  • Established partnerships with families to enhance support systems for students' academic success.
  • Evaluated student performance data to inform instructional decisions and adapt lesson plans accordingly.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, fostering a respectful and supportive classroom community.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts and provide targeted support for individual learners.
  • Assisted students in developing strong study habits and organizational skills, leading to increased academic achievement.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.

Paraprofessional

Pittsfield Public Schools
Pittsfield, MA
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supported teachers in delivering individualized instruction and adapting lessons for diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with educators to implement behavior management strategies fostering positive classroom environments.
  • Assisted in the development of educational materials, enhancing student engagement and understanding of curriculum.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on performance and areas for improvement.
  • Facilitated small group activities, encouraging peer interaction and collaborative learning among students.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.

Crew Team Member

Dunkin' Donuts
Adams, MA
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Operated point-of-sale system efficiently, handling cash transactions accurately.
  • Prepared and served food and beverages according to established quality standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.

Customer Service Representative

Wayfair
Pittsfield, MA
12.2019 - 04.2021
  • Resolved customer inquiries through multiple channels, ensuring high satisfaction rates.
  • Provided product recommendations based on customer preferences and needs.
  • Utilized CRM software to track customer interactions and follow-ups efficiently.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address complex customer issues promptly.
  • Trained new staff on company policies and customer service best practices.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.

Adult Day Center Intern

The Brien Center
North Adams, MA
01.2019 - 05.2019

I assisted with serving lunch, cleaning up from lunch, bathroom rotation, and as well as doing learning/interactive games with them. I have a younger brother who has autism spectrum disorder who I raised for 7 years, this gave me a lot of experience to help assist here at the day center. The day center had a mixture of adults who were blind, deaf, or had adult autism. I did this for 3 months of my senior year but I continue to check in and stop in to spend time with them and still assist even after my internship.

Day Center Team Member

Johnson School/ Extended Day Center
North Adams, MA
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided support to ensure adherence to program guidelines.
  • assisted with serving lunch and breakfast.
  • Adapted activities based on individual needs, promoting positive social interactions among students.
  • I have a younger brother who was a part of this program. The principal recommended me for the position, to help assist me in learning new ways to help assist my brother. I did this during internship hours while I was in high school.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.

Cook/Cashier/night Manager

Peltys Pizza
Williamstown, MA
12.2015 - 08.2017
  • During opening it involved setting tables
  • rolling silverware,prepping food, starting ovens, fryers etc.

then I would come back for the 4pm-3am shift where I would

  • answer phones, take orders, make food.
  • Make schedules, handle employee and customer issues.

We catered for the local college sport teams which I was in charge of

  • Communicating with coaches and a team to receive orders and payment, as well as overseeing the making of every college sport catering order. Some mornings involved the prep and delivery of these orders.
  • Prepared high-quality pizzas using industry-standard cooking techniques and equipment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas to ensure safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak service hours, enhancing efficiency.
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels for ingredients and supplies were maintained.

Intern

J Stanley Sullivan Elementary School
North Adams, MA
09.2014 - 06.2015
  • Assisted in cataloging and organizing library materials for efficient access.
  • Organized library materials for easier access, maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for users.
  • Assisted patrons with research inquiries, guiding them to appropriate resources and materials.
  • Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.

Education

High School Diploma -

Drury High School
North Adams, MA
05.2019

Skills

  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Cleaning experience
  • Food prep
  • Desire to make an impact
  • Phone/email etiquette
  • Organizational skills
  • Communication skills
  • Multi task/multi management skills

Timeline

Student Support Teacher

Pittsfield Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional

Pittsfield Public Schools
08.2022 - 06.2023

Crew Team Member

Dunkin' Donuts
08.2021 - 08.2022

Customer Service Representative

Wayfair
12.2019 - 04.2021

Adult Day Center Intern

The Brien Center
01.2019 - 05.2019

Day Center Team Member

Johnson School/ Extended Day Center
10.2017 - 05.2018

Cook/Cashier/night Manager

Peltys Pizza
12.2015 - 08.2017

Intern

J Stanley Sullivan Elementary School
09.2014 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

Drury High School
Dakota Freeman