Elizabeth Martel
Seattle
Summary
Dynamic and diligent professional with a proven track record of enhancing educational outcomes through exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. Skilled in supporting teachers and students in classroom settings, leveraging strong communication and organizational skills to manage daily activities and ensure seamless operations. Adept at both independent and collaborative work, with expertise in developing individualized support strategies tailored to diverse student needs. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that promotes student success and engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
Amergis
Silverdale, WA
03.2024 - Current
- Assisting students with special needs, assisting teachers with classroom preparation and management, and keeping administrative records of the students that they are working with.
- Acting as a translator, Helping with health needs, Helping with adaptive devices, Monitoring behaviors and making notes, and Answering phones and answering questions from parents.
- Address each student's needs, Maximize learning in the classroom, Foster inclusive education, and Lighten the load on licensed educators and administrators.
CYP Assistant
Lighthouse School Age Care
Silverdale, WA
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Helping Parents over the phone with any inquiries as to when their payments were due.
Sales Associate
Navy Exchange
Silverdale, WA
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Helped customers locate products and checked the store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for the sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Took phone call orders and placed special orders with vendors.
Assistant Manager
Sonic
Atlantic Beach, FL
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offering hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Dealt with customer questions and complaints over the phone.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2025
Skills
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Emotional support
- Data collection
- CPR and first aid
Certification
- Basic Life Support, National CPR Foundation - March 30, 2025
Timeline
Paraeducator
Amergis
03.2024 - Current
CYP Assistant
Lighthouse School Age Care
04.2023 - 02.2024
Sales Associate
Navy Exchange
01.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Manager
Sonic
03.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor Of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University