- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Road Trips
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Gardening
- Kayaking
- Camping
- Swimming
Donna Zavery
Ballston Lake
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience as a Special Education Teacher's Aide at Shenendehowa Central School District for over 24 years. Proven ability to support individualized education plans and foster inclusive environments. Strong verbal communication and decision-making skills, dedicated to enhancing student development and engagement through tailored educational guidance.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Office Assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teachers Aide
Shenedehowa Central School District
Clifton Park, NY
09.1999 - Current
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
Cashier
Caldor Department Store
Clifton Park, NY
10.1992 - 06.1995
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Bank Teller
First American Bank
Syracuse & Albany, NY
05.1987 - 06.1991
- Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
- Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Contributed to a welcoming branch environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for both staff members and customers alike.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Logged cashier's checks and other transactions to maintain accurate account records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Home Economics
Plattsburgh State University
Plattsburgh, NY01-1984
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Experience with Special Needs
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Classroom Support
- Individualized Education Plan Compliance
- Educational Guidance
- Knowledgeable in Technology Applications
- Detail-Oriented Mindset
- Effective Multitasking
- Consistent Dependability
- Effective Organization Skills
Interests
Timeline
Special Education Teachers Aide
Shenedehowa Central School District
09.1999 - Current
Cashier
Caldor Department Store
10.1992 - 06.1995
Bank Teller
First American Bank
05.1987 - 06.1991
Bachelor of Science - Home Economics
Plattsburgh State University