Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
Personal Information
Timeline

Jessica Campbell-Sellars

Moorhead Public Schools
West Fargo,ND
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience

Demonstrate a strong work ethic, prioritize customer satisfaction, and derive fulfillment from making a positive impact on others, while maintaining a keen focus on safety and being receptive to learning with minimal training, collaborating effectively with colleagues, and requiring minimal supervision. I have been recognized as DSP of the Year.

Work History

Paraprofessional, Special Education

1 Year 5 Months
Moorhead Public Schools | 12.2024 - 05.2026
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with learning disabilities, helping them improve academic performance and confidence
  • Supported student behavior management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and de-escalation techniques
  • Facilitated small group activities to reinforce lesson content and promote student engagement
  • Provided emotional support for students experiencing challenges at home or school through active listening and empathy
  • Contributed ideas for creating a supportive classroom environment that fosters inclusivity and respect for all students' abilities

Direct Support Professional

5 Years 10 Months
Community Options ND-Fargo | 02.2019 - 12.2024
  • Assisting customer with cooking cleaning shopping transportation also health wellness and personal care
  • Supported customers with personal care and health wellness tasks.
  • Conducted regular meetings with customers to assess goal achievement and areas for improvement. with customers on the progress of their goals see if achieved or needing improvement

Dishwasher/Food Prep

1 Year 10 Months
Essentia Health | 04.2017 - 02.2019
  • Food preparation for patients
  • Delivered meals to patients
  • Removed dirty dishes to maintain cleanliness in dining area
  • Manned the coffee cart
  • Organized kitchen inventory and ensured a clean work environment

Sales Associate

15 Years 8 Months
Herberger's | 08.2001 - 04.2017
  • Assisted customers in locating desired merchandise
  • Ensured merchandise was displayed attractively for customers
  • Set sales displays and updated pricing for merchandise
  • Processed merchandise orders using computer software
  • Managed accommodations for inventory organization

Office Support

1 Year
Social Security Administration | 08.2000 - 08.2001
  • Answered incoming calls regarding social security benefits
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail to ensure timely delivery
  • Oversaw the organization and tracking of file inventory
  • Entered data into Excel worksheets to support record-keeping and reporting

Office Support

1 Year 1 Month
Job Service North Dakota | 07.1999 - 08.2000
  • Compiled, sorted, and filed office activity records to maintain organized documentation
  • Generated detailed reports for management review
  • Operated office machines and hardware to ensure smooth daily operations
  • Operated office machines, hardware
  • Computed records and reports
  • Typed documents, letters, and correspondence to facilitate effective communication
  • Experience in WordPerfect

Customer service

10 Months
Once Upon a Child | 04.1998 - 02.1999
  • Recommended merchandise based on customer needs and preferences
  • To include recommending or selecting merchandise based on customer needs and desires
  • Priced, arranged, and displayed merchandise to enhance customer experience
  • Completed cash transactions efficiently

Education

High School Diploma - General

North High School | Fargo, ND | 05-1994

Skills

Developmental disabilities
Autism support
Special needs
Experience with children (10+ years)
Disability experience
Disability support
Medication management
Special needs expertise
Time management
Childcare experience
Educational technology
Disability support
Customer relations
Student engagement
Life skills training

Certification

First Aid Certification, February 2022 to February 2025, Complete first aid training course, NDCPD, July 2021 to Present, Minot State University, North Dakota Developmental Disability Curriculum and is Certified Direct Support Professional, CPR Certification, February 2022 to February 2025, Completed CPR course

Awards

DSP award, August 2023, Direct Support Professional of the year award, Have gone above and beyond duties demonstrating an extraordinary ability to connect with individuals and provide person-centered supports that foster independence dignity, and community inclusion. Ability to adapt innovate and advocate for others exemplifies the highest standards.

Personal Information

  • Title: People skills
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Paraprofessional, Special Education

Moorhead Public Schools
12.2024 - 05.2026Read More

Direct Support Professional

Community Options ND-Fargo
02.2019 - 12.2024Read More

Dishwasher/Food Prep

Essentia Health
04.2017 - 02.2019Read More

Sales Associate

Herberger's
08.2001 - 04.2017Read More

Office Support

Social Security Administration
08.2000 - 08.2001Read More

Office Support

Job Service North Dakota
07.1999 - 08.2000Read More

Customer service

Once Upon a Child
04.1998 - 02.1999Read More

North High School

High School Diploma from General
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Jessica Campbell-Sellars