Jade Hocks
Wyoming,MN
Summary
Patient Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes.
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional
Lakeside Elementary School
Chisago City, Minnesota
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted students with disabilities in completing daily activities and assignments.
- Provided disabled students with assistive devices and supportive technology.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Utilized appropriate communication methods such as sign language and picture boards when necessary.
- Organized materials needed for classroom lessons prior to instruction beginning.
- Provided training sessions for other paraprofessionals on topics related to SpEd services.
Paraprofessional
North Lakes Academy
Forest Lake, Minnesota
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Recorded and maintained accurate student records and progress reports.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Assistant General Manager
Domino's Pizza
Forest Lake
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices.
- Oversaw payroll preparation and administration for staff.
- Provided training, guidance, and support to staff members on proper procedures and policies.
- Oversaw efforts to update computer systems with pricing and specials for optimal recordkeeping.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews with prospective candidates.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for new stock as needed.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, payroll information, sales figures.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to maximize sales and profits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Lake Highschool
Forest Lake, Minnesota06-2013
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Visual supports
- Autism support
- Confidentiality adherence
- Data collection
- Life skills training
- Progress monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Staff training and development
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Safety procedures
- Schedule preparation
- Decision-making
- Staff management
- Employee onboarding
- Goal setting
- Relationship building
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Lakeside Elementary School
11.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
North Lakes Academy
09.2022 - 08.2024
Assistant General Manager
Domino's Pizza
08.2019 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Forest Lake Highschool