Dedicated paraprofessional with a proven track record at Zest Preparatory Academy, excelling in behavior management and effective communication with teachers. Enhanced student learning through personalized support and data collection, fostering positive outcomes. Recognized for maintaining a structured environment and resolving challenges with empathy, ensuring student safety and engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Zest Preparatory Academy - Charter School
08.2023 - Current
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
Assisted in administration of standardized tests, facilitating smooth testing process.
Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.
Utilized technology in classroom to enhance learning experiences.
Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
Customer Service Cashier
TJX Companies
12.2019 - 07.2023
Assisting customers in locating & purchasing merchandise, operating cash register, stocking merchandise, recovering merchandise, providing excellent service to customers, answering phone calls & providing information to callers, follow-up on customer complaints & problems, & coordinating purchase of merchandise with requisition orders
Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.