Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1984
1984
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Paraprofessional 2
Beaverton School District 48
Beaverton
02.1998 - Current
Supported classroom activities and maintained a positive learning environment.
Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and instructional materials.
Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.
Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
Cashier
Big Lots Stores, Inc.
Beaverton
10.2024 - 06.2025
Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at retail store.
Managed cash register and balanced drawers at end of shifts.
Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
Handled returns and exchanges following store policies and procedures.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area throughout shifts.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.