Joseph Ripley
Grain Valley,MO
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Science Teacher at GVHS
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Tutor
Sni-A-Bar Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
- Utilized technology effectively in classroom to provide interactive and engaging educational experiences.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Volunteer
High School Sports Camps and Events
07.2021 - 05.2025
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Strengthened volunteer team effectiveness by providing training sessions.
Pet Sitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
01.2020 - Current
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and recommendations from satisfied customers.
Babysitter
Family Members
01.2018 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Monitored progress in self-care tasks, encouraging independence.
Yard Worker
Family Business
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Improved yard efficiency by organizing tools and equipment for easy access and optimal workflow.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new skills or taking on additional tasks as required to support the overall success of the yard operation.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by prioritizing workload according to urgency or importance.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges or obstacles during daily operations.
- Trimmed around trees, flower beds, and other yard features.
- Assisted in expediting shipping processes by loading and unloading trucks with proper materials and equipment.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Reduced downtime with prompt maintenance of yard vehicles, ensuring their continuous functionality.
- Contributed to a positive working atmosphere through open communication and cooperation with colleagues at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects within assigned deadlines.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grain Valley High School
Grain Valley, MO05-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and preparation
- Growth mindset
- Confidence building
- Skills development
- Self-directed learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Dependability
- Reliability and punctuality
- Flexible scheduling
- Maintaining safe environment
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Managing routines
- Housekeeping
- Licensed driver
- Professionalism and discretion
- Behavior management
- CPR certified (2022-23)
- Multitasking and organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Basic first aid
- Reliable transportation
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Science Teacher at GVHS
01.2025 - 05.2025
Tutor
Sni-A-Bar Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Yard Worker
Family Business
06.2024 - 06.2024
Volunteer
High School Sports Camps and Events
07.2021 - 05.2025
Pet Sitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
01.2020 - Current
Babysitter
Family Members
01.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
Grain Valley High School
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