Devin Walker Stephens
Danville,VA
Summary
Goal-oriented Instructional Paraprofessional caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
Danville Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Collaborated with teachers to create engaging lesson plans, resulting in improved student understanding of complex topics.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and focused classroom environment.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing a variety of teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects.
- Increased parent involvement in the educational process through regular communication and collaboration on student progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging personal growth.
Application Specialist
Young Williams
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Help customer apply for Benefits offer by Social Services.
- Take calls from customer who wants to check the status of their benefits.
- Able to let the customer know how much benefits that they would receive and what day they will receive the benefits.
Debt Collector
PRA Group
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Used scripted conversation prompts to convey current account information and obtain payments.
- Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
- Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.
- Maintained high volume of calls and met demands of busy and productive group.
Cook
Roman Eagle
04.2011 - 06.2021
- Prep and prepare breakfast and lunch for the residents that lives in the nursing home.
- Light cleaning, washing dishes, sanitizing equipment.
- Keeping temperatures of the food that is prepared for the residents
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Danville Community College
Danville, VA05.2024
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
Danville, VA06.1997
Skills
- Educational Support
- Classroom Management
- Classroom support
- Faculty support
- Instructional Strategies
- Educational assistance
- Teacher Assistance
- Teacher Support
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
Danville Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2022 - 06.2023
Application Specialist
Young Williams
10.2021 - 08.2022
Debt Collector
PRA Group
01.2021 - 10.2021
Cook
Roman Eagle
04.2011 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Danville Community College
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School