Experienced leader who is equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sibley East Public Schools
11.2024 - Current
Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
Child Care Coordinator
Sibley East Community Education
12.2022 - 11.2024
Built culture-friendly program to help children and parents of diverse backgrounds feel welcome.
Implemented balanced schedules of age-appropriate learning, rest and play.
Organized classroom resources and lesson supplies.
Managed paperwork for childcare operations, employee management and state requirements.
Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
Verified proper sign-in and sign-out procedures according to optimal security protections for children.
Oversaw morning welcome and afternoon departure to maintain visibility and connections with parents.
Protected children and staff by maintaining strict standards of cleaning, sanitation and hygiene.
Coordinated learning-focused program to help children build foundational knowledge.
Backed up staff by assisting with difficult behavioral situations.
Interview, hire, and train all new staff.
Special Education Paraprofessional ED
Minot Public Schools - Erik Ramstad Middle School
09.2019 - 08.2022
Assists students in classrooms with educational programs, special assignments, and individual assistance; provided assistance to Teachers as requested; performed duties within scope of authority, and in compliance with school policies.
Supervise, instructs, and monitor students; conduct exercises and communicates with students to help achieve learning objectives with individual assistance and small group sessions.
Assists with supervising students, and encourages good student behavior; guides students to stay on task in work and play activities; alerts Teacher to student's special behavioral and learning issues.
Assists students with learning tasks, self-help skills, and Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
Assists with development of individual learning plans, class lesson plans, and special events plans; assists with planning, preparation, development, and distribution of classroom materials.
Monitor student behavior and documents special issues and problems; assures all required written reports are completed and submitted daily; assist with clerical duties and record keeping as needed.
Communicate with students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information.
Assist with individual and small group interventions to improve student behavior.
Enforce school policies and rules of conduct, and reports behavior issues, disciplinary incidents, and other concerns to case manager.
Helps students to improve their science, math, and language skills.
Monitor students behavior, help students with social skills, advise teacher or case manager of complex issues.
Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; followed compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.
Paraprofessional certification from North Dakota Department of Public Instruction
CPI Certification
Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Licensed In Home Child Care
Self Employed
05.2016 - 08.2019
Supervise & monitor the safety of children at all times.
Prepare & organize mealtimes and snacks.
Help children develop and keep good hygiene.
Change the diapers of infants & toddlers and implement potty training.
Organize activities and teach curriculum that allows children to learn about the world and explore their interests.
Develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime.
Keep records of children's progress, routines, and interests.
Parent Aware rated
Participated in federal food program
Continuing education and trainings to maintain active licensure.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Communicate well with parents and caregivers with childs best interest in mind at all times.
Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Preschool Literacy Tutor
MN Reading Corps
08.2015 - 06.2016
Sibley East Preschool - Gaylord location.
While working in the preschool classroom setting, helped children ages 3-5 to talk, read, write, sing and play in order to develop early literacy skills and get ready for Kindergarten.
Worked closely with lead teacher and support staff.
Math Interventions
Sibley East Elementary
09.2014 - 05.2015
Individual and small group math interventions kindergarten thru 6th grade.
Preschool Assistant
Minot Family YMCA
08.2013 - 06.2014
Assist lead teacher in all areas of preschool program.
Develop content of Product Specification Documents across all of Michael Foods, Inc. retail and food service products.
Finished product documents including description, ingredient listings, allergens, safe handling instructions, and cooking instructions. Created and updated packaging and pallet layout for shipping and receiving.
Edit product specification documents by collaborating with other departments including quality assurance and research and development.
Maintain product specifications in SAP and quality records of necessary changes to physical copies.
Filing of physical copies and Basic computer (Microsoft Office) and copy machine skills utilized as well as professional communication between departments via email and telephone conversations.
Maintain and adhere to all safety standards within the production facility and office setting.
Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
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