Summary
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Work History
Education
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Awards
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Dona Pankey Norwood

Athens

Summary

Dedicated employee of the Madison County School System for over 20 years. Solid background in communication through written correspondence, record keeping, and preparing reports. Punctual individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle multiple daily tasks.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Needs Aide

Johnson Elementary School
09.2024 - Current

Special Needs Pre-K Aide

Harvest Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
  • Assist in preparation of instructional materials and physical environment.
  • Assist in planning and preparation for group and individual activities.
  • Supervise students as assigned, during instructional and non-instructional activities.

Special Needs Aide

Harvest Elementary School
07.2023 - 09.2024
  • Supported individual learning plans by adapting educational materials to meet diverse needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement strategies enhancing student engagement and participation.
  • Assisted in behavioral management, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Communicated regularly with parents, providing updates on student progress and addressing concerns.

ISS Aide

Harvest Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Supervise students assigned to in-school suspension (ISS) for disciplinary reasons.
  • Provide instructional assistance and encouragement to students to complete their assignments.

CNP Manager

Legacy Elementary School
04.2018 - 07.2021
  • Entered data into SCMP program; compiled daily, monthly, and year end reports.
  • Placed orders to various vendors for state bid items, produce, chemicals, and office supplies; received and recorded all orders.
  • Updated and maintained accurate perpetual inventory of all food and supply items.
  • Planned, implemented, and monitored daily menus.
  • Compiled and completed daily food production records.
  • Communicated with parents and faculty on account balances, menus, etc.
  • Created and managed daily job responsibilities for five CNP workers; completed yearly performance evaluations for CNP workers.

CNP Worker/Head Cashier

Legacy Elementary School
07.2007 - 04.2018
  • Operated cash register daily for breakfast and lunch.
  • Entered checks and cash payments and turned in for deposit.
  • Compiled and completed day end, month end and year end reports.
  • Completed yearly training as outlined in CNP guidelines.
  • Performed meal preparation duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Limestone High School
Athens, AL

Workkeys Workplace Documents Test, Workkeys Applied Math Test And Work And Business Writing Test

Calhoun Community College
Huntsville, AL
10.2020

Skills

  • Great communication skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Empathetic personality
  • Team player with positive attitude
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Love for children and people with special needs

Awards

Chosen by school faculty for Employee of the Year in 2011 and 2018.

Activities

Choir Member of First Baptist Church of Athens, Alabama, 2007-2025

Timeline

Special Needs Aide

Johnson Elementary School
09.2024 - Current

Special Needs Aide

Harvest Elementary School
07.2023 - 09.2024

ISS Aide

Harvest Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023

Special Needs Pre-K Aide

Harvest Elementary School
08.2021 - Current

CNP Manager

Legacy Elementary School
04.2018 - 07.2021

CNP Worker/Head Cashier

Legacy Elementary School
07.2007 - 04.2018

Workkeys Workplace Documents Test, Workkeys Applied Math Test And Work And Business Writing Test

Calhoun Community College

High School Diploma -

East Limestone High School