Heidi McCarville
Grand Island,NE
Summary
Proactive Special Education Paraprofessional skilled at working with diverse special education students. Successful at supporting children's unique needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Receptionist
Heritage Retirement Community at Sagewood
Grand Island, NE
06.2024 - Current
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the reception area to maintain a professional atmosphere.
- Greeted and directed visitors to appropriate departments or individuals, ensuring a welcoming environment.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
Flower Delivery Driver/Designer's Assistant
Snows Floral
Grand Island , NE
05.2021 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with clients.
- Delivered flower arrangements to customers in a timely manner.
- Organized flowers into bouquets and baskets according to customer specifications.
- Answered phone calls promptly and accurately taking messages or providing information as needed.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Grand Island Public Schools
Grand Island, NE
08.2018 - Current
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips. Work one-on-one with students, making sure they are on task, and helping them be successful in and out of the classroom.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grand Island Senior High
Grand Island, NE05-1996
Skills
- Working with Autism and spectrum disorders
- Social and group settings
- Skills strategies
- Mobility assistance
- Crisis intervention
- Learning disabilities support
- Visual schedules
- Social skills training
- Reception desk management
- Positive and professional
- Documentation and reporting
- Mail handling
- Phone etiquette
- Multi-line telephone skills
- Front desk operations
- Office equipment operations
Affiliations
I work well with the public and I have highly developed interpersonal skills. I have lots of experience and have a willingness to learn. I am dependable and take pride in my work. I also have 2 other part time jobs. I work with flowers and the elderly at a retirement community.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my 16 year old daughter, my family and friends. I enjoy the outdoors and new adventures. I love taking pictures and taking in a beautiful sunset. I love animals and have a special love for Boxers.
Timeline
Receptionist
Heritage Retirement Community at Sagewood
06.2024 - Current
Flower Delivery Driver/Designer's Assistant
Snows Floral
05.2021 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Grand Island Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Grand Island Senior High
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