Jacquita Childs
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated and compassionate individual with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Seeking an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students and caregivers. Skilled at relationship building and conflict resolution. Known for providing caring and comprehensive support to families and children.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Barnard Elementary School
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided one-on-one assistance to help struggling learners understand concepts taught in the classroom.
- Developed creative activities to enhance student engagement during class time.
- Collaborated closely with teachers to ensure that all students received appropriate educational services.
- Enforced rules and expectations consistently throughout the classroom setting.
- Encouraged social interaction between special needs students and their peers in the general education classroom setting.
- Promoted a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Supported the implementation of behavior management plans and strategies designed by teachers.
Parent Mentor (Ruggles Elementary School)
District Outreach Initiative
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, teachers and administrators.
- Supported students in a group by reviewing ELA concepts that were difficult for them to learn.
- Tutored students individually on reading concepts, fluency and comprehension.
- Redirected students who were exhibiting behavior that was not conducive to the learning environment.
- Assisted the second grade teacher in helping students grow academically by the end of the school year.
Scheduling Coordinator
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Westchester, IL
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Scheduled office and procedure visits for a busy orthopedic clinic.
- Completed timely changes and updates to schedules in central scheduling system.
- Coordinated with supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Resolved patient complaints and concerns in an effective manner.
Pharmacy Manager
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Chicago, IL
02.2010 - 09.2016
- Oversee the daily operations of the medication dispensary.
- Create monthly dispensing and financial reports.
- Work closely with billing department to ensure accuracy of medical billing.
- Work collaboratively with managers from different departments to ensure an effective work environment.
- Support pharmacological services by stocking, assembling and distributing medication.
- Maintain a safe and clean pharmacy by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Maintain records by recording and filling physicians' orders and prescriptions.
- Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
- Answer patient questions and troubleshoot and resolve them promptly.
Pharmacy Technician
Heartland Pharmacy
Woodridge, IL
02.2008 - 02.2010
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Order, label, and count stock of medication.
- Fill bottles with prescribed medications and type and affix labels.
- Mix pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Perform all tasks in a safe manner that is consistent with corporate policies as well as state and federal laws.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration- Long Term Care
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2013
Associate of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2011
Diploma - Pharmacy Technician
Everest College - Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2008
Master of Arts - Teaching Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Good Work Ethic
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- PPE Use
- Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Organizational Skills
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Barnard Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Parent Mentor (Ruggles Elementary School)
District Outreach Initiative
08.2022 - 06.2023
Scheduling Coordinator
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
09.2016 - 03.2020
Pharmacy Manager
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
02.2010 - 09.2016
Pharmacy Technician
Heartland Pharmacy
02.2008 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration- Long Term Care
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Health Care Administration
University of Phoenix
Diploma - Pharmacy Technician
Everest College - Chicago
Master of Arts - Teaching Special Education
Western Governors University
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