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Jeanne Comeaux

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Qualified Desired Position with extensive experience supporting special education students in classroom setting. Adept at developing individualized learning plans and fostering inclusive educational environment. Demonstrated ability to utilize effective communication and behavioral management skills to enhance student engagement and success.

Skilled educator with proven experience in special education. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in individualized instruction, behavior management, and communication. Reliable, empathetic, and resourceful in providing support to students and colleagues.

Special Education Paraprofessional knowledgeable in lesson planning and individualized learning strategies. Looking to bring further success to a school district through behavior management and student engagement.

Educational professional prepared to contribute effectively to special education team. Proven background in creating supportive and adaptive learning environments tailored to students with diverse needs. Known for fostering collaborative relationships with staff and ensuring consistent, positive outcomes for students. Expertise includes individualized instruction and behavior intervention.

Experienced with creating supportive learning environments for special education students. Utilizes tailored instructional strategies to address diverse learning needs. Knowledge of effective communication techniques and behavioral management to foster student growth.

Accomplished Special Education Paraprofessional offering more than Number years aiding instructors in the classroom and promoting individualized learning techniques.

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.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Service Worker

Share Care Services and Arc of Acadiana
06.2016 - 03.2025
  • Promoted independence among clients through teaching life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting.
  • Enhanced client safety by diligently monitoring their well-being and reporting any concerns to supervisors.
  • Coordinated recreational activities that promoted socialization among peers while also improving overall mental health for participating clients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Provided transportation to medical appointments, social events, and other outings, ensuring timely arrival for each engagement.
  • Maintained a clean and comfortable living environment for clients by performing regular household chores and maintenance tasks.
  • Documented client progress through detailed record-keeping and consistent communication with supervisors and team members.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals by providing emotional support and encouragement throughout their journey.
  • Developed trust with clients by consistently demonstrating empathy, patience, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Educated community members about disability awareness through presentations at local schools, organizations, or public events when applicable.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding patient rights, confidentiality, safety standards, staff training requirements.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care for each client based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and their families, fostering strong relationships and keeping everyone informed of progress or changes in care plans.
  • Provided personal care assistance for clients with physical disabilities, ensuring their comfort and dignity in every interaction.
  • Adapted activities to meet the diverse needs of individual clients, ensuring full participation regardless of physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Improved client quality of life by implementing personalized care plans and providing daily support.
  • Mentored new staff members by sharing knowledge of best practices in direct service work as well as company policies.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Lafayette Parish Schools
08.1990 - 11.2022
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in the classroom setting.
  • Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
  • Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
  • Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
  • Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.

Produce Associate

Albertson’s
08.2012 - 06.2014
  • Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the produce department, adhering to all health code regulations for food handling.
  • Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient, friendly service and maintaining a clean, organized produce section.
  • Checked product shelves to review for proper price labels and handled price changes when requested by management.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Blocked produce and culled damaged or spoiled pieces.
  • Ensured freshness and quality of products by conducting regular inspections and removing expired or damaged items promptly.
  • Assisted in reducing waste by implementing proper rotation techniques for perishable items.
  • Collaborated with fellow associates to maintain adequate stock levels during peak shopping hours, minimizing customer wait times.
  • Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
  • Completed prep work on pre-packaged vegetables and fruits.
  • Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
  • Supported inventory management efforts through accurate record-keeping and timely reporting of any discrepancies.
  • Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
  • Improved store safety by quickly addressing spills, broken containers, or other hazards in the produce section.
  • Assisted in the training of new produce associates, sharing knowledge and best practices for job success.
  • Educated customers on proper selection, handling, and storage of fruits and vegetables to enhance their overall experience.
  • Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry trends, best practices for handling fresh produce, and latest company initiatives.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items within the produce area, ensuring they found what they needed efficiently and effectively.
  • Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Streamlined restocking processes with effective communication between staff members regarding product needs and availability.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.

Cashier

Popeyes Chicken
03.1986 - 08.1990
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.

Education

N/A -

Lafayette High School
Lafayette, LA
05.1988

Languages

Sign language
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Direct Service Worker

Share Care Services and Arc of Acadiana
06.2016 - 03.2025

Produce Associate

Albertson’s
08.2012 - 06.2014

Paraeducator, Special Education

Lafayette Parish Schools
08.1990 - 11.2022

Cashier

Popeyes Chicken
03.1986 - 08.1990

N/A -

Lafayette High School

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