Hkee La
Utica,New York
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Upstate Caring Partner, specializing in special needs support and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through effective activity planning and behavior modification techniques. Strong collaborator with excellent communication skills, committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and adapting to diverse educational needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Aide
Upstate Caring Partner(Upstate Cerebral Palsy)
Utica, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
Grocery Store Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
Washington Mills, NY
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Answered questions and inquiries per shift regarding products, prices and availability.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
- Operated cash registers, scanners and computers to itemize and total customer purchases.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
Dietary Aide
Sitrin Health Care
Utica, NY
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
- Worked closely with team members to update cleaning protocols and increase aide efficiency.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Proctor High School
Utica, NY06-2023
Skills
- Special needs support
- Activity planning
- Classroom management
- Behavior modification
- IEP participation
- Collaboration with teachers
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- First Aid & CPR
- Organization and prioritization
- Lesson planning
Certification
- CPR certification
Languages
English
Professional
Karen
Professional
Timeline
School Aide
Upstate Caring Partner(Upstate Cerebral Palsy)
06.2024 - Current
Grocery Store Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
11.2022 - 04.2024
Dietary Aide
Sitrin Health Care
04.2022 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Thomas Proctor High School
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