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Jessica David

Jackson,MO

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Jackson R-2 School District
614 Eat Adams ST Jackson, Mo 63755
09.2017 - Current
  • Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
  • Assisted in maintaining an engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable the lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.

Job Coach

MERS Goodwill Career Center
340 Silver Spring Rd Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
06.2020 - Current
  • Monitored students' progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
  • Assisted students in building successful job search strategies.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to students.
  • Unloaded, sorted, and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Greeted customers and directed them to requested products.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Conducted individualized assessments of client abilities, interests, and needs.
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in, first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.

Cashier

Dollar General
5735 US-61 Jackson,MO 63755
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
  • Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
  • Stocked, tagged, and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds, and resolving transaction issues.
  • Led opening and closing procedures, conducted cashier drops, cash control, and vault monitoring.

Home Health Care Aide

Addus Home Health Care
4503 W DeYoung St Marion, Il 62959
07.2015 - 02.2017
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

Education

High School Diploma -

Herrin High School
Herrin, IL
05.2020

No Degree - Administration of Justice

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL

No Degree - Fashion And Retail Management

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Behavior Redirection
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Positive Communication Skills
  • Life Skills Development
  • Activity management
  • Special needs
  • Customer Service
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Cash Handling
  • Cash Register Operation

Accomplishments

In 2024 I received Volunteer of the year from Old Town Cape.

I have an Honorable Discharge in the Army National Guard.

Certification

  • I have a 40 hour training certificate for Registered Behavior Technician.

Volunteer

  • I volunteer for Old Town Cape.
  • I am a Team Lead for our schools Special Olympics,

Affiliations

  • Rotary Club of Southeast MO.
  • Board Committee for Old Town Cape.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Job Coach

MERS Goodwill Career Center
06.2020 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

Jackson R-2 School District
09.2017 - Current

Cashier

Dollar General
05.2017 - 08.2017

Home Health Care Aide

Addus Home Health Care
07.2015 - 02.2017

High School Diploma -

Herrin High School

No Degree - Administration of Justice

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

No Degree - Fashion And Retail Management

The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

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