Jocelyn Segura
Evanston,IL
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional/ Teacher Assistant
District 65 Schools
02.2022 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Supported lead teachers in developing engaging curriculum materials tailored to students'' unique learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
Sales Supervisor
Eddie Bauer
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Boosted sales by implementing effective training programs for new and existing employees.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving client concerns efficiently.
- Enhanced team productivity by creating a supportive work environment and providing ongoing feedback.
- Achieved sales targets consistently through regular monitoring of team performance and adjusting strategies accordingly.
Food Runner
Levy Restaurants
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly delivering food orders to tables and maintaining communication with kitchen staff.
- Enhanced dining experience by attentively responding to guest requests and providing accurate information about menu items.
- Assisted servers in attending to guests'' needs, ensuring a smooth service flow during peak hours.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
University of Illinois At Chicago
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Evanston Township High School
06.2018
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Special Education
- Project-based learning
- Literacy support
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Inquiry-based learning
- Progress Monitoring
- Peer Tutoring
Accomplishments
- Participated in the ETHS Wellness Education Debate improving my research and preparatory skills, 2015
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Certified in Adult CPR/Child CPR/Infant CPR and Choking through the American Heart Association
- Certified to operate an Automated External Defibrillator through the American Heart Association
- Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Related Experiences
- Participated in a school-wide presentation to educate the Evanston Township High School learning community about abusive drugs while raising funds for the Mr. Mo Project, 2015
- Participated in school-wide food drives to assist those in need, 2015
- Participated in school-wide clothing drives to assist the less fortunate, 2016
- YPAR at Northwestern University, 2017
- YPAR at Northwestern University, 2018
- Levy Food Runner, July 2018 - September 2019
- Eddie Bauer, Sales Supervisor, September 2019 - January 2022
- District 65 Schools, Paraprofessional, February 2022 - Currently
Timeline
Paraprofessional/ Teacher Assistant
District 65 Schools
02.2022 - Current
Sales Supervisor
Eddie Bauer
09.2019 - 01.2022
Food Runner
Levy Restaurants
07.2018 - 09.2019
Master of Arts - Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
University of Illinois At Chicago
High School Diploma -
Evanston Township High School