Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Paraprofessional
East Arbor Charter Academy
Ypsilanti, MI
03.2023 - Current
Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
Complied with instructor-developed IEPs and made informed recommendations for adjustments.
Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
Leveraged evidence-based techniques to foster academic progress, social inclusion and critical thinking.
Participated in staff development activities as assigned by school administration.
Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Preschool Teacher
St. Francis Of Assisi Preschool
09.2021 - 03.2023
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Receptionist
Serenity Home Care & Rehab Services
02.2021 - 09.2021
Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
Resolved customer problems and complaints.
Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Supported various administrative duties by proofreading, transcribing and invoicing.
Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Managed multi-line phone system directing individuals to desired personnel and providing general information about operations.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
Sales representative
Cutco Cutlery
12.2020 - 02.2021
Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers.
Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payment.
Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
Education
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
05-2025
Associates in Human Services - Social Work Candidate
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2023
Associate in Science - Social Work Candidate
Washtenaw Community College
05.2021
Skills
Instructional Strategies
Activity Planning
IEP adherence
Educational Support
Teacher Collaboration
Classroom Management
Teacher Support
Individual Instruction
Evidence-based program use
Certification
Certified Nurses Assistant CPR and First Aid certified
Timeline
Instructional Paraprofessional
East Arbor Charter Academy
03.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
St. Francis Of Assisi Preschool
09.2021 - 03.2023
Receptionist
Serenity Home Care & Rehab Services
02.2021 - 09.2021
Sales representative
Cutco Cutlery
12.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Associates in Human Services - Social Work Candidate
Washtenaw Community College
Associate in Science - Social Work Candidate
Washtenaw Community College
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