Denise L. Sziky
Beecher,IL
Summary
Seasoned Paraprofessional excited to help students of different skill levels excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Ready to help students grow and learn through any type of support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Center Paraprofessional
Parker Junior High School
Flossmoor, Illinois
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted patrons with inquiries and provided exceptional customer service.
- Organized library materials for efficient access and retrieval.
- Organized shelves, book displays, and other library areas according to established guidelines.
- Processed new acquisitions and ensured proper labeling and shelving.
- Maintained digital catalog systems for accurate record-keeping and updates.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Parker Junior High School
Flosmoor, IL
08.2017 - 05.2023
- Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
- Assisted students in developing learning strategies to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.
Instructional Paraprofessional
District 161
Flossmoor, IL
11.2014 - 05.2017
- Implemented behavioral strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regularly.
- Engaged students in hands-on activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated with educators to prepare instructional materials and resources.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
Paraprofessional
SPEED-SEJA
Chicago Heights, IL
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Assisted teachers in delivering instructional support to students with disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Supported daily classroom operations and maintained a safe learning space.
Quality Control Inspector
Ford Motor Company Chicago Stamping
Chicago Heights, Illinois
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Inspected components for defects and compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted visual and functional tests on finished products.
- Utilized measurement tools to verify specifications of parts.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality issues promptly.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
Utility Person
Ford Motor Company Chicago Stamping
Chicago Heights, IL
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance communication.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards during operations.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding job progress or any problems encountered during work hours.
Assembly Line Production Worker
Ford Motor Company Chicago Stamping
Chicago Heights, IL
02.1995 - 01.2001
- Operated assembly line machinery for timely assembly of automotive components.
- Assembled components in compliance with procedures and safety protocols to ensure operational safety.
- Followed standard operating procedures for assembly tasks to maintain quality standards.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Governors State University
University Park, IL06-1985
Skills
- Library management
- Digital catalog management
- Library programming
- Library instruction
- Customer service
- Classroom engagement
- Behavior intervention
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator License
Timeline
Media Center Paraprofessional
Parker Junior High School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Special Education Paraprofessional
Parker Junior High School
08.2017 - 05.2023
Instructional Paraprofessional
District 161
11.2014 - 05.2017
Paraprofessional
SPEED-SEJA
08.2013 - 10.2013
Quality Control Inspector
Ford Motor Company Chicago Stamping
01.2005 - 01.2007
Utility Person
Ford Motor Company Chicago Stamping
01.2001 - 01.2005
Assembly Line Production Worker
Ford Motor Company Chicago Stamping
02.1995 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Governors State University