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Janis Parrish

Orlando,FL

Summary

I am a very friendly and reliable person. I am a fast learner as well as resourceful. I have a strong work ethic and pride myself in providing excellent customer service. Ensuring client needs are met at a timely manner, as well as, providing any information asked. I do speak both English and Spanish, very fluent in both. I do have computer skills, phone etiquette, and customer service experience. I do look forward to any and all challenges brought up in my work environment, and would like to say I work well under pressure.

Experienced educational support professional with strong focus on language development and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and staff, adaptable to changing needs, and committed to achieving educational results. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and providing individualized support to non-native English speakers. Reliable team player with passion for fostering inclusive and productive learning environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESOL Paraprofessional

OCPS
08.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated language development for multilingual students through targeted instructional support.
  • Collaborated with teachers to adapt lesson plans for diverse learning needs and styles.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators on performance improvements.
  • Translated in meetings where both parents and staff were present to discuss goals and accommodations for students.

Paraprofessional

Seitz Elementary
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
  • Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
  • Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.

Front Desk Agent

rosen centre hotel
05.2014 - 01.2016

Cashier

Universal Orlando Resort
03.2013 - 02.2014
  • Cash handling, customer service, food management, cleaning, opening restaurant, closing restaurant.

Cashier/Customer Service

Cold Stone Creamery
12.2012 - 02.2013
  • Cash handling, customer service, ice cream handling, opening and closing, cleaning.

Education

High school diploma -

Cypress Creek High School
Orlando, FL
06.2011

Skills

  • Multi-line Phone Systems
  • Cash Handling
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Front Desk
  • Guest Services
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Computer Skills
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Multitasking
  • IEP Compliance
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Educational Assistance
  • Activity Oversight
  • Schedule Management
  • Documentation
  • Test Proctoring
  • Classroom Support
  • Teacher Support
  • Elementary Education
  • Behavior Improvements
  • Crisis Management
  • Reporting Requirements
  • Safety Understanding

Certification

  • I was certified by The Master Teacher online course in Paraprofessional.
  • I attended and got certified in the Mandt Trainino course.

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

ESOL Paraprofessional

OCPS
08.2024 - Current

Paraprofessional

Seitz Elementary
08.2022 - 11.2023

Front Desk Agent

rosen centre hotel
05.2014 - 01.2016

Cashier

Universal Orlando Resort
03.2013 - 02.2014

Cashier/Customer Service

Cold Stone Creamery
12.2012 - 02.2013

High school diploma -

Cypress Creek High School

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer