Ja' Vonte Garrison- Taylor
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with several years of experience and adept at managing phone calls, scheduling appointments, and welcoming guests. Known for being personable, organized, and reliable, with strong administrative skills, including accurate recordkeeping and time management. Demonstrates a commitment to providing exceptional support to both staff and visitors while maintaining a professional and efficient workplace. Eager to learn and expand expertise in administrative functions, continuously seeking opportunities to grow and contribute to a collaborative work environment. A proactive team player who thrives in fast-paced settings and is dedicated to enhancing workplace efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
James Coble Middle School, Mansfield ISD
Mansfield, TX
08.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
Manager
Golden Chick
Mansfield, TX
03.2020 - 08.2024
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Processed payments from customers using a variety of payment methods including credit cards, checks and money orders.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving customer services offered.
- Recruited qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
- Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
- Reconciled daily financial transactions against cash receipts at the end of each day's business activity.
- Managed multi-line telephone system, directing calls.
Paraprofessional 1:1
Lake Ridge High School, Mansfield ISD
Mansfield, TX
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- 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.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mansfield Summit High School
Arlington, TX06-2021
Skills
- Special Education Support
- IEP compliance
- Teacher Support
- Classroom support
- Arts and crafts
- Crisis Intervention
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Data Collection
- Individual Instruction
- Clerical Support
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
- Multi-Line Telephone Systems
- Schedule Management
- Positive and professional
- Calendar Management
- Organization skills
- Tech-Savvy
- Time Management
Timeline
Paraprofessional
James Coble Middle School, Mansfield ISD
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional 1:1
Lake Ridge High School, Mansfield ISD
08.2021 - 01.2022
Manager
Golden Chick
03.2020 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Mansfield Summit High School
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