Fostering positive relationships with parents, while meeting the academic, social emotional, and behavioral needs of clients is of utmost importance to me. I have a patient demeanor which creates an environment where students feel comfortable engaging with me as they acquire new skills that will broaden their repertoire.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
RBT Paraprofessional (District Project AIM Class)
Carroll County Board Of Education
01.2024 - Current
Reduce challenging behaviors through implementation of positive reinforcement strategies
Receive ongoing supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts to refine professional skills and knowledge
Promote socialization and peer interaction with group activities and play-based learning
Utilize evidence-based practices to improve students speech, based on suggestions from the school's SLP
Maintain safe learning environment
Assist in modifying behavior intervention plans based on data analysis and client progress reports
Document behavioral data accurately, contributing to informed treatment adjustments
Utilize visual supports and social stories through role play to facilitate understanding of complex concepts for clients with diverse needs
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
Softlines Advocate
Target
10.2020 - 04.2024
Zoned sales floor to keep it visually appealing
Pulled stock from back stock to fill sales floor
Worked break out and push inventory
Helped front end during peak hours to keep guest service flowing
Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
Assisted customer navigating Target's website
Proficient at "Save the Sale" transactions
Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as top performer for the Soft lines team.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
Paraprofessional (PK-5)
Carroll County Board Of Education
10.1998 - 12.2024
Adapt teaching materials and instructional methods to meet students' varying needs and interests
Proctored examinations
Provided extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English speaking students and those with physical and mental disabilities
Prepared arts and crafts lessons to incorporate goals and objectives of weekly standard being taught
Organized and labeled materials and displayed students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye level and perceptual skills
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips ensuring, safety at all times
Enhanced student support by delivering differentiated educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students enabling positive learning outcomes
Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed
Assisted in collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts
Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement
Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities
Assistant Manager
Pet Supplies Plus
03.2020 - 09.2021
Ensured daily/nightly checklist was completed by myself, and fellow team members
Composed End of Shift and End of Night emails
Compiled Daily/Weekly data into Excel spreadsheet
Performed Cash drops
Counted safe and register drawers
Calculated and verified bank deposits, as well as writing out deposit slips
Using SMG data analysis to determine customer satisfaction and implement strategies to improve their experience.
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Lead Cashier and Shift Manager
Pet Supplies Plus
05.2018 - 03.2020
Completed returns, price matches, military discounts, youth card discounts and coupons following corporate guidelines and policies
Maintained health of all animals
Set New POGs
Generated movement numbers,
Scanned and printed shelf, sales, and clearance labels,
Uploaded "Known Losses} to corporate office
Wrote off "Store Use" merchandise
Scanned in freight from trucks
Recovered and stocked sales floor
Completed custodial duties to maintain clean and inviting atmosphere
Education
Bachelor of Science With Education Concentration -
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