Heather Meadows
Pine Knot,KY
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
McCreary County Board of Education
Stearns, KY
07.2022 - Current
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Conducted assessments of student skills to identify needs and develop instructional plans.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Administered standardized tests under the supervision of certified personnel.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Maintained records of student performance according to school policies and procedures.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for all assigned classes.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
Customer Service Representative
First Financial Credit
Whitley City, KY
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat.
- Performed daily reconciliation of teller drawer within established limits.
- Assisted customers in opening new accounts and completing required paperwork.
- Reviewed contracts for purchase transactions to ensure compliance with lender requirements.
- Assisted loan officers with the preparation of loan documents and closing packages.
- Answered questions regarding loan status and process from customers, real estate agents, title companies.
- Analyzed financial information provided by applicants in order to determine eligibility for specific types of loans.
- Prepared monthly statements for customers and sent out reminder notices when necessary.
- Managed collections activity including contacting customers regarding past due balances and resolving billing disputes.
Child Care Provider
The Giving Tree Daycare
Stearns , KY
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Collaborated with teachers on special projects such as holiday parties or end-of-year events.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress or any other concerns related to childcare services provided.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Assisted in planning nutritious snacks and meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by state regulations.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Monitored children's progress through ongoing assessments of their abilities and interests.
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
- Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KY12-2023
General Studies
Mccreary Central High School
Stearns, KY05-2006
Education
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KYSkills
- Effective Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Clerical Support
- Instructional technology
- Relationship Building
- Invoice and payment processing
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
McCreary County Board of Education
07.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
First Financial Credit
08.2020 - 08.2022
Child Care Provider
The Giving Tree Daycare
03.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Somerset Community College
General Studies
Mccreary Central High School
Education
University of The Cumberlands
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