DESTINEE GARR
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
As a motivated and collaborative leader, I am fueled by a passion for thriving in diverse work environments. Actively seek opportunities to apply my expertise, nurture professional development, and make a meaningful impact within dynamic teams. Committing to continuous learning drives me to constantly advance my knowledge base, ensuring that I stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices. I am eager to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to your organization and be part of a team that values innovation and excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
LAUSD
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated closely with teachers to implement positive reinforcement procedures and reactive strategies outlined in behavior support plans.
- Supported students in utilizing classroom resources, including books, materials, and equipment, to enhance their learning experience.
- Assisted teachers in effectively managing and supporting students exhibiting challenging behaviors, such as hitting, biting, scratching, and running, while maintaining a safe classroom environment.
- Played an integral role in creating and maintaining a learning-conducive environment, fostering appropriate behavior through a consistent team-based approach.
- Provided essential student support through customized accommodations, additional assistance, and targeted assessments to address individual learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students, contributing to positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes, enabling lead teachers to address relevant issues promptly.
- Established one-on-one connections with learners, tailoring additional support to specific learning requirements.
- Actively engaged in continuous learning and professional development opportunities, staying up to date with industry trends and best practices.
Flex Security Officer
Securitas
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Warmly welcomed and greeted guests in a professional courteous manner, prioritizing their safety and creating a hospitable atmosphere.
- Conducted vigilant patrols and monitored premises both on foot and in company vehicles to maintain a secure and protected environment.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicles or by foot.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs and incident reports, documenting security-related activities and incidents for reference and analysis.
- Provided exceptional customer service and assistance to guests, addressing inquiries and concerns with professionalism and efficiency.
Team Member
Capriotti’s
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Keep work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Ensured cleanliness, organization, and safety of work areas to enhance both efficiency and team well-being.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to identify and implement process improvements, enhancing overall efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated strong commitment to workplace safety protocols, ensuring the well-being of team members and adherence to industry standards.
Internship Student
Park West Continuation School
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Regularly reported to the instructor, receiving and executing daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Fostered, effective communication with faculty and staff, actively embracing critiques and suggestions to drive personal and professional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow interns and colleagues on cross functional projects, fostering a cooperative and dynamic work environment.
- Actively participated in team meetings and brainstorming sessions, contributing, innovative ideas, and solutions to address challenges.
- Acted as a liaison between faculty, staff and students, facilitating, effective communication, and problem-solving
- Maintain a higher level of professionalism and confidentiality and handling sensitive information and student records.
Loaner Car
Mercedes-Benz
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Cultivating a welcoming atmosphere by extending friendly, professional, and Courteous greetings to customers both in person and over the telephone.
- Ensured prompt, consistent, and accurate updating of crucial documents.
- Demonstrated a strong capability to work independently with unwavering enthusiasm.
- Actively drove continuous improvement by relaying valuable customer feedback to the team, engaging in an action plan, and elevating operation performance and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers effectively, addressing their needs, and providing guidance to their desired destinations.
- Maintain a consistent state of alertness and upheld safety protocols.
- Executed additional duties as assigned with diligence and efficiency.
Education
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CABachelor’s Degree of Science (BS) - Criminology
University of La Verne
La Verne, CABasic Life Support-American Heart Association -
Certification
Valencia, Ca09.2023
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic And OCEMS
Training
Skills
Behavior Management and Support:
- Behavior Redirection
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Conflict Resolution
Student Support:
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Adaptability
- Data Analysis
Team Collaboration and Communication:
- Team Collaboration
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Excel
Security and Patrol:
- Control Crowd
- Foot and Vehicle Patrol
- Crime Prevention
- Surveillance Skills
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
LAUSD
10.2022 - Current
Flex Security Officer
Securitas
04.2022 - 08.2022
Team Member
Capriotti’s
12.2021 - 04.2022
Internship Student
Park West Continuation School
01.2020 - 03.2020
Loaner Car
Mercedes-Benz
08.2019 - 02.2020
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
Rio Hondo College
Bachelor’s Degree of Science (BS) - Criminology
University of La Verne
Basic Life Support-American Heart Association -
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic And OCEMS
Training