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Jodie Zalinka

Gurley,AL

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Permanent Substitute Teacher

Madison City Schools, Heritage Elementary
Madison, AL
10.2019 - Current
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
  • Coordinated and scheduled substitutes to cover classrooms that need to be covered.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and other staff members to ensure quality instruction.
  • Demonstrated a positive attitude towards teaching and learning.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks such as attendance tracking and grading papers.
  • Helped head teacher by restocking missing or low supplies in classroom.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.

Substitute Teacher

Madison City Schools
Madison , AL
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Provided classroom instruction following regular teacher's lesson plans.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.

Paraprofessional

Aspire Charter Academy
Orlando, FL
08.2012 - 10.2017
  • Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Managed classroom technology and assisted students in using educational software.
  • Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
  • Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents.
  • Recorded and maintained accurate student records and progress reports.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
  • Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
  • Took class attendance and recorded absences.
  • Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.

Customer Service Cashier

Hannaford Supermarket
Wyantskill, New York
04.1999 - 04.2005
  • Greeted customers and responded to informational requests.
  • Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from customers regarding product availability or store locations.
  • Processed credit card, EBT and gift certificate payments in electronic computer systems.
  • Exchanged and returned items, noting details in company database and placed returned merchandise in bins for restocking.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the checkout area by sweeping floors, emptying trash cans.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
  • Assisted co-workers with tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations of the store.
  • Processed credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns promptly, escalating complex issues to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
05-2005

High School Diploma -

Averill Park High School
Averill Park, NY
05-1999

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Professional ethics
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • Computer skills
  • Continuous improvement
  • Organizational and planning skills

Timeline

Permanent Substitute Teacher

Madison City Schools, Heritage Elementary
10.2019 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Madison City Schools
11.2017 - 10.2019

Paraprofessional

Aspire Charter Academy
08.2012 - 10.2017

Customer Service Cashier

Hannaford Supermarket
04.1999 - 04.2005

Associate of Arts -

Hudson Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Averill Park High School

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