Dedicated Educator with extensive experience partnering with parents and ensuring success of students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Aide
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
Springfield, MO
08.2023 - Current
Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Provided guidance for children in developing appropriate problem-solving skills through classroom activities.
Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Educational Recreation Staff
Arc Of The Ozarks
Springfield, MO
05.2023 - Current
Worked over the summer as a Camp Counselor and over the school year as Saturday Recreation Staff
Provided individual and group guidance to campers with special needs.
Monitored activities matched to individual and group abilities to keep campers safe.
Implemented behavior modification plans as needed for individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors.
Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
Provided support during field trips by assisting with transportation needs or providing additional supervision when needed.
Medical Scribe
Scribeamerica
Springfield, MO
05.2022 - 05.2023
Followed clinicians throughout shift in high-volume, busy environments.
Interpreted medical terminology and pharmacological information to translate information into coding system.
Produced medical reports, correspondence and administrative material.
Reviewed diagnostic and procedural terminology for consistency with acceptable medical nomenclature.
Set up and maintained medical files and databases.
Performed data entry of patient information, including demographics, vital signs, lab results, and other pertinent information.
Server
The Harbor
05.2021 - 09.2022
Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
Calculated charges, issued table checks and collected payments from customers.
Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about menu items and make recommendations.
Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
Cleaned dining room chairs, tables, floors and other surfaces regularly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
05-2024
High School Diploma -
Weaubleau High School
Weaubleau, MO
05-2021
Skills
Student Engagement
Child Development
Critical Thinking
Effective Listening
Flexible and Adaptive
Special Needs Students
Behavior Management
Child Supervision
Positive Reinforcement
Documentation Skills
Records Organization
Data Entry Experience
Proofreading
Customer Service
Accomplishments
Missouri State University Deans List (Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Fall 2023)
Weaubleau High School Class of 2021 Salutatorian
Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification
Director, HACAP Food Reservoir at Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, IncDirector, HACAP Food Reservoir at Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc