Hi, I’m
Davontae Banks
Paraprofessional Educator
Chicago,Illinois
Overview
14
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
The Catalyst Circle RockChicago, Illinois
Paraprofessional Educator
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Preparing by becoming familiar with course texts and materials
- Taking on duties as assigned by classroom teachers and administrative staff
- Working one on one with individual students as assigned by the classroom teachers
- Assist teachers by providing some secretarial assistance (e.g
- Making copies, typing necessary teacher generated classroom materials, etc.)
- Communicate with teachers about students' needs and progress
The Delta T GroupChicago, Illinois
Contractor/Substitute Teacher
11.2023 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures
- Supervise classroom of absent teacher
- Teach provided lesson plan
- Maintain a functioning classroom
- Inform the Office Manager if an accepted job cannot be filled
- Update personal and contact information with the Office Manager
- Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
- Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned
- Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives
- Maintains a neat and orderly classroom
- Straightens chairs, tables, clears white board, etc
- Indicates to students at beginning of class the basic expectations for behavior in the class in accordance with school and Helix Charter High School Progressive Discipline
- Ensures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom
- Knows emergency evacuation routes for the classrooms assigned
- Knows procedures for referring students who are disciplinary problems
- Knows school procedures and regulations
- Performs other related duties as directed by Office Manager or Designee
Saga EducationCleveland, OH
Math Tutor/Teacher
11.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Work with identified students 1:1 and in small groups (3-5)
- Develop literacy and/or math skills by varying learning activities based on student level
- Create and implement a behavior management system for students
- Develop social-emotional skills throughout the day using proven strategies of learning, practicing, reflection, and repetition
- Collaborate with teachers and team members to collect, record, analyze, and monitor individual student progress, participating in facilitated reviews of student data collected and entered into City Year's student data system
- Support whole-school initiatives to increase engagement with students and families
- Support and/or conduct extended day and virtual programming for students before, during, and after school, including but not limited to academic enrichment and intervention, homework support, recreation and student clubs, service learning, and leadership development
- Create, support, and/or co-lead events or programs that recognize and appreciate student growth and/or achievement in math, literacy, attendance, and behavior
Youth Opportunities UnlimitedCleveland, OH
Validation Specialist / Assistant Data Entry Clerk
04.2021 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Maintained an open line of supportive and accurate communication between the program and participants/families regarding their eligibility status during a summer contract with Youth Opportunities Unlimited in Cleveland, OH from April 2021 to June 2021
- Created and maintained accurate program files to ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures
- Validated the eligibility of student recruits, ensuring that they met the program's requirements
- Entered accurate and complete information into database management systems, minimizing errors and discrepancies
- Provided timely reports to program management and partners as directed and required, enabling informed decision-making and effective communication
- Conducted regular inventory and inspection of supplies, equipment, and materials, ensuring that program activities were carried out smoothly and efficiently
S&P Data LLCCleveland, Remote
Loan Processor
01.2021 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Verified identification information using company software, ensuring that loan applications were processed accurately and efficiently
- Conducted a multi-step verification process through Fraud check, minimizing the risk of fraudulent loan applications
- Reviewed 1040, 1099, W-2, Schedule-C, K-1, and 941 documents, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
- Proactively emailed customers for additional documentation, providing exceptional customer service and minimizing delays in the loan processing timeline
- Documented customer responses and information accurately and comprehensively, maintaining up-to-date and detailed records of loan application status
- Repaired customer applications that were incomplete, ensuring that loan applications were processed promptly and accurately
- Created spreadsheets of customers' individual information, facilitating the loan application review and approval process
- Submitted loans for first and second round approval, effectively managing the loan application pipeline and ensuring timely loan approvals
Cleveland Municipal Housing AuthorityCleveland, OH
Application Specialist
10.2020 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Worked as an administrative assistant handling customer info and applications
- Organizing and filing (W-4,W-2,I-9, 1090 and I-T4 forms)
- Served as a liaison for participants to provide referrals for housing programs such as Section 8
Facing History New Tech (FHNT)Cleveland, Ohio
Student English/Math Tutor
01.2018 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Assisted the teacher with the lesson plan for the day and answer questions about classwork and homework
- Tutored 2-4 students in a group assigned by the teacher to improve understanding of material
- Helped late or absent students with missing or late assignments while keeping a productive atmosphere
Baldwin Wallace UniversityBerea, OH
Student Assistant|Payroll Services
01.2017 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Filed confidential student records of work experience and private documents
- Assisted students with setting up payment plans for Baldwin Wallace accounts and completing tax info I-9, IT-4, ADP logs and searches for student eligibility and proper paperwork
Baldwin Wallace UniversityBerea, OH
Receptionist/Office Assistant
05.2016 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Received and transferred all incoming calls for office representatives
- Filed and organized institutional documents and ran pertinent errands for Assistant Dean of Students
- Served as tour guide for new and visiting students to our office, and compiled welcome packets with relevant information
Baldwin Wallace UniversityBerea, OH
Teaching Assistant/Resident Assistant
08.2011 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Mentored 30 high school students on time management and study skills, serving as a positive role model
- Tutored students in Math, Physics, English and general science
- Helped students build character through positive reinforcement and encouragement
Summary
Strategic Customer Service Sales Representative committed to driving consistent customer and revenue growth with strong networking and prospecting skills. Skillful in converting leads into customers, keeping accounts serviced and maintaining competitive sales numbers. Excellent relationship-building, communication and multitasking abilities. Outgoing, creative and dependable leader known to achieve desired results with efficiency, enthusiasm and a passion for new challenges. Customer Service Microsoft Excel; Office Suite Oral and Written Communication Community Outreach / Relationship Building Tutoring / Academic Coaching Behavior Management Data Collection and Analysis Database Management.
Education
Baldwin Wallace University275 Eastland Road Berea, Ohio 44017
Bachelor of Arts from English
08.2015 - 05.2019
University Overview
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Educational assistance
- [Area of study] instruction
- Smartboard
- Social integration
- Parent communication
- Student needs support
- Teaching strategies
- Teacher assistance
- Behavioral interventions
- Instructional support
- Documentation
- Teacher support
- Learning modality expertise
- Mathematics instruction
- Teacher collaboration
- Progress reporting
- Transition planning
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
The Catalyst Circle Rock
08.2024 - Current
Contractor/Substitute Teacher
The Delta T Group
11.2023 - 08.2024
Math Tutor/Teacher
Saga Education
11.2022 - 06.2023
Validation Specialist / Assistant Data Entry Clerk
Youth Opportunities Unlimited
04.2021 - 06.2021
Loan Processor
S&P Data LLC
01.2021 - 06.2021
Application Specialist
Cleveland Municipal Housing Authority
10.2020 - 11.2020
Student English/Math Tutor
Facing History New Tech (FHNT)
01.2018 - 03.2019
Student Assistant|Payroll Services
Baldwin Wallace University
01.2017 - 05.2018
Receptionist/Office Assistant
Baldwin Wallace University
05.2016 - 12.2016
Baldwin Wallace University
Bachelor of Arts from English
08.2015 - 05.2019
Teaching Assistant/Resident Assistant
Baldwin Wallace University
08.2011 - 05.2019
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