Jessie Burns

• Taught students in variety of special education settings, included but not limited to, self-contained and resource environments
• Worked with students with multiple disabilities, included but not limited to, SLD(Specific Learning Disability, Autism, E. D. (Emotional Disturbance), OHI (Other Health Impairment, including ADHD, Speech and/or Language Impairment, D. D. (Developmental Delay), F.D. (Functional Delay), Visual Impairment, Deafness, Hearing impairment, Deaf/Blindness, Orthopedic Impairment, I.D. (Intellectual Disability), Traumatic Brain Injury, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Conduct Disorder
• Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
• Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students
• Attended monthly staff training sessions
• Collaborated with numerous departments and all general education teachers, across all grades
• Developed and managed instructional materials and reports, included but not limited to, data reports, behavior reports, safety reports
• Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in 80% decrease in tantrums in classroom
• Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events
• Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence
• Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support
• Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities
• Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives
• Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers
• Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues

• Worked with students in classrooms, small study areas or home environments to provide educational support
• Educated students on strategies for effective studying, note taking and test taking
• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
• Created special handouts, study guides and assessments to evaluate and boost student knowledge
• Held meetings with parents and guardians after each tutoring session to discuss students' progress and respond to concerns
• Responded to after hours email and telephone requests to provide students assistance with specific questions

• Delivered information from script regarding surveys for on-demand phone project assignment
• Obtained updated contact information from all subjects and verified data for accuracy
• Coded data from participant interviews
• Organized information by studying, analyzing, interpreting and classifying data
• Participated in weekly team meetings to develop better plans and revise proper protocols to meet objectives

• Collaborated with students, between the age of 2 to 4, with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks
• Implemented and taught life skills program, enabling students to master such tasks as attending to an object, eating and drinking, personal hygiene, dressing, repeating name, naming emotions, displaying good social skills

• Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school’s curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies
• Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities
• Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
• Oversaw students in classroom, halls, and on the playground to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
• Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction

• Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas
• Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement
• Developed professional relationships with school staff to contribute to strong learning community
• Assisted teacher with creating learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled student

• Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
• Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks
• Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
• Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher
• Assigned, explained and graded homework
• Taught diverse subjects for grades K-6, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher

• Documented student behaviors, interventions and results to assist lead teacher
• Provided diverse assistance to teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination
• Maintained student safety in classroom and outside environments
• Worked with individual students to provide personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support

• Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning
• Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff
• Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees
• Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping
• Assisted bus driver with children and stayed alert during entire route duration
• Ensured shelves were fully stocked and dishes were cleaned and stowed
• Attended to needs of students and informed director of unusual behavior or health problems
• Ensured compliance with policies and quality standards to maintain consistency in quality of services
• Initiated timely response to emails, voicemails and written correspondence

• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
• Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
• Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
• Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
• Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene
• Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning
• Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
• Prepared, served and cleaned up daily meals for up to 15 three to four year olds with an assistant
• Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment

Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers

• Reduced waste by overseeing proper restocking procedures and promotion of nearly-expired goods
• Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents
• Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat
• Worked closely with employees and customers to effectively manage daily operations and communications
• Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures
• Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience
• Analyzed meat temperatures for safety and quality and monitored heat conditions for stability
• Prepared unlimited customized meat orders, cut requests and wholesale services daily
• Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products

• Observed participants and recorded results
• Obtained updated contact information from all subjects and verified data for accuracy
• Coded data from participant interviews
• Prepared reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information
• Monitored government regulations and standards to ensure alignment with company policies and procedures

• Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services
• Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations
• Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs
• Adhered to company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of all areas
• Utilized interpersonal communication skills to enhance customer experience and add value to each interaction
• Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts
• Trained back-up associates and led crew members in managing operations of storefront
• Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff to keep expertise fresh and relevant
• Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team

• Thoroughly documented all plant activities in the power plant logs and detailed concerns and issues prior to distributing reports to management
• Observed equipment in operation, system activities and control readouts on continuous basis
• Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes
• Tested water and condensate to check safety and compliance with regulations
• Aligned boiler pressure and steam system operations with optimal levels
• Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores
• Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports
• Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution
• Balanced power production, operating costs and safety concerns through continuous system regulation

• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety
• Cleaned areas regularly to maintain sanitation and safety standards and streamline service flow
• Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
• Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen
• Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget
• Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation
• Set up work stations and prepped [Type] food for dishes to increase productivity during busy mealtimes
• Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals
• Led shifts while preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
• Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality

• Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process
• Planned coverage needs and organized services to support incoming special events
• Updated customer accounts with add-on room charges, including minibar use and room service bills
• Explained details regarding property, including restaurants, pool area, spa and fitness center to acclimate patrons to resort environment
• Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals
• Answered multi-line phone system, responded to inquiries and transferred calls to correct departments and personnel
• Immediately contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department regarding guest room issues to promote quick remediation
• Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization

• Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members
• Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
• Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
• Fried, grilled and baked foods such as Chicken and Biscuits
• Wore protective attire and shoes, alerted customers of hot food and beverages to maintain safety
• Reduced customer waiting by batch cooking popular items during rush times
• Restocked and cleaned restroom through out the day to keep facilities neat and inviting for all guests
• Collaborated with manager immediately when serious equipment failures occurred to resolve quickly and avoid slow-downs
• Cleaned counters, food preparation areas and equipment with sanitizing spray to prevent cross-contamination from raw meat and other items