Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought. Very passionate about working with children and adults with disabilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
J.C. Penney
07.2023 - Current
Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Child Care Substitute
Shenandoah University
06.2021 - Current
Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
Provided timely feedback on assignments, helping students identify areas of improvement and gain confidence in their abilities.
Developed strong relationships with students by providing individualized support and attention, fostering positive classroom environments.
writing detailed accident and incident reports for parents and center records.
help children wit emotional support.
aided children with any physical needs.
served food during breakfast, lunch and snack time.
help children understand right and wrong.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
John R. Lewis High School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Enhanced student understanding by adapting instructional techniques to meet individual needs and learning styles.
Improved student behavior and engagement in the classroom through consistent enforcement of rules and positive reinforcement strategies.
Assisted students with physical disabilities, ensuring their safety and comfort during daily activities.
Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction accordingly to maximize academic achievement.
Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific concepts or tasks, resulting in improved comprehension and performance.
Contributed to a positive school environment by building strong relationships with students, colleagues, and administrators.
Utilized assistive technology tools to help students access curriculum materials more effectively.
Coordinated closely with other educators to provide consistency in instructional approaches across multiple classrooms.
Promoted emotional well-being among students by providing guidance on navigating personal challenges while balancing academic demands.
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Assisted lead teacher in off site field trips and daily off campus activities.
Provided mobility and personal care support to students with physical limitations.
*Disclaimer*
These students were part of the schools Cat B program and during my time working with them I was a volunteer student attending this high school in my senior year. I did not get paid, I did this during 3 periods that I could've filled with electives or chosen to leave school early each day but chose to be a TA. THis is were i truly found my passion for working with adults and children that had developmental disabilities.