Jennifer Root
Greenwood,AR
Summary
Compassionate Preschool Paraprofessional with a background in early childhood education. Strengths include fostering safe and engaging learning environments, implementing inclusive classroom strategies, and supporting students with special needs. Contributed significantly to curriculum planning and child development assessment in previous roles. Skilled at using creative methods to encourage cognitive, emotional, and social growth among children.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Paraprofessional
Waldron Public Schools
Waldron, AR
10.2000 - Current
- Helped develop positive behavior management techniques for the classroom setting.
- Conducted assessments of student performance using standardized testing methods and other evaluation tools.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior.
- Organized field trips to promote educational experiences outside of the classroom setting.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
Deli Clerk
Harps Foods
Waldron, AR
12.2021 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with customers and coworkers.
- Trained new employees on proper handling of food, safety protocols, and customer service techniques.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss performance goals or operational issues.
Assembly Line Worker
Today’s Plastics
Booneville, AR
02.1996 - 12.1999
- Performed troubleshooting activities when malfunctions occurred in order to minimize downtime.
- Monitored assembly line operations and identified any issues or problems that arose.
- Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waldron High School
Waldron, AR01-1992
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas Rich Mountain
Mena, ARSome College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Cossatot Community College of The University of Arkansas
De Queen, ARSkills
- Social-emotional learning
- Special Education Support
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Data collection and analysis
- First aid and CPR certified
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Deli Clerk
Harps Foods
12.2021 - 05.2024
Preschool Paraprofessional
Waldron Public Schools
10.2000 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
Today’s Plastics
02.1996 - 12.1999
High School Diploma -
Waldron High School
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas Rich Mountain
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Cossatot Community College of The University of Arkansas