Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
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Jessica Marcum

Van

Summary

Experienced paraprofessional bringing in-depth knowledge of classroom environments and student behavior management. Skills include individualized instruction, special education support, and collaboration with teachers to plan and implement lessons. Positively impacted students' learning experience through personalized attention and consistent engagement. Passionate educator with background in supporting teachers and students across preschool to secondary school levels. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs, and implementing innovative educational techniques. Demonstrated ability to improve student understanding and academic performance through targeted instructional support. Committed to fostering educational development and success for all students. Motivated Paraprofessional with solid several-year track record of managing diverse children in classroom settings. Well-versed in lesson plan assistance, recordkeeping, and teacher assistance. Dedicated to helping students learn and grow. Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds. Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Boone County Schools
Madison
12.2016 - Current
  • Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
  • Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.

Owner

King's
Bob White
08.2022 - 03.2025
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.

Owner

A & J Grocery
Bob White
02.2008 - 10.2010
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
  • Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.

Cashier/Stocker

McCoy's Discount
Van
03.2001 - 03.2005
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
  • Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Danville Lumber Company
Danville
03.2000 - 03.2001
  • Processed posting and reconciling payments and addressed aged receivables.
  • Implemented payment reminder system to decrease outstanding receivables.
  • Collaborated with sales team members to ensure timely collection of outstanding debts from customers.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Reviewed all incoming payments for accuracy before posting them into the general ledger system.
  • Issued monthly statements to clients and followed up on outstanding payments.
  • Responsible for entering customer payments into the accounting software system.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.

Department Manager

Goody's Family Clothing
Charleston
06.1998 - 03.2000
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of inventory levels for efficient ordering and stocking purposes.
  • Coached and trained new staff members, providing guidance on department policies and procedures.
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration.

Education

High School Diploma -

Van Jr/Sr High School
Van
05-1998

Skills

  • Student supervision
  • Behavior management
  • Organizational skills
  • Record keeping
  • Lesson planning
  • Positive reinforcement

Languages

English
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Service Personnel of the year at Van Jr/Sr High School

Certification

  • ECCAT for early childhood education

References

  • Nina Adkins - 304-946-1300 Friend
  • Lisa Nichols - 304-245-8237 Co-worker/friend
  • Brian Woodie - 304-245-8237 Supervisor

Timeline

Owner

King's
08.2022 - 03.2025

Paraprofessional

Boone County Schools
12.2016 - Current

Owner

A & J Grocery
02.2008 - 10.2010

Cashier/Stocker

McCoy's Discount
03.2001 - 03.2005

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Danville Lumber Company
03.2000 - 03.2001

Department Manager

Goody's Family Clothing
06.1998 - 03.2000

High School Diploma -

Van Jr/Sr High School
Jessica Marcum