Jody Smith
Des Moines
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at Des Moines Public Schools, excelling in special education support and relationship building. Proven ability to enhance student learning outcomes through effective communication and behavioral management. Recognized for fostering a positive classroom environment while ensuring student health and safety. Committed to delivering personalized assistance and maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sped Associate
Des Moines Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
General Worker
Des Moines Public Schools
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
Receptionist
Advanced Foot And Ankle Clinic
09.2017 - 07.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Des Moines, IA05-2012
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Leadership qualities
- Customer interaction
- Workplace safety
- Cash handling
- Customer engagement
- Relationship building
- Courteous and professional
- Oral communication
- Client engagement
- Data entry
- Inventory management
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special education support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Teacher support
- Classroom support
- CPR and first aid
- Special education
- Teacher assistance
- Student health and safety
- Small group instruction
- Emotional support
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Sped Associate
Des Moines Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
General Worker
Des Moines Public Schools
04.2022 - 11.2023
Receptionist
Advanced Foot And Ankle Clinic
09.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
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