Julie Dvorak
Westerville,OH
Summary
Forward thinking Paraprofessional experienced in providing multidimensional support in educational and childcare environments. Passionate about fostering positive learning environments for students with diverse abilities. Effective collaboration with teachers and support staff to assist in the student achieving their educational objectives and discovering their full potential. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Aide
ESC Of Central Ohio
09.2021 - Current
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized educational plans for students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within classroom setting.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Served as a liaison between parents and school staff, facilitating open communication regarding student performance and concerns.
Chef
Alchemy Brands
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed recipes by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends.
- Prepared 200+ health-centric meals bi-weekly for Alchemy Meal Prep.
- Ensured proper food handling, sanitation, and followed food safety guidelines.
Chef
Academy One Childcare And Preschool
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Planned nutritionally-balanced menus with a focus on seasonal ingredients that met federal and state meal composition requirements for 200 students.
- Provided hands-on learning activities to raise interest and engage students in nutrition education to shape healthier eating habits.
- Planned, constructed, and planted a learning vegetable garden at the school.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet children's needs and palates.
Baking Partner
Icing Smiles Inc.
09.2013 - Current
- Volunteer position as a baking partner liaison in the Columbus area to create custom cakes for families impacted by the critical illness of a child.
- Worked within designated theme given by the family to create a cake with a particular "wow" factor as to temporarily offer an escape from worry and make a positive memory during a difficult time.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
New England Culinary Institute
Montpelier, VT2003
High School Diploma -
Westerville-North High School
Westerville, OH2000
Skills
- Student Well-being Advocate
- Classroom Management
- IEP Implementation
- Lesson Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Instructional Support
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communications
- Willingness to Learn
- Safety standards and protocols
- Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Certification
- Educational Aide Permit, ESEA qualified - State of Ohio Department of Education
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- First Aid and CPR - American Heart Association
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging for All - LinkedIn Learning
Timeline
Educational Aide
ESC Of Central Ohio
09.2021 - Current
Chef
Alchemy Brands
05.2019 - 05.2020
Chef
Academy One Childcare And Preschool
11.2014 - 02.2016
Baking Partner
Icing Smiles Inc.
09.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
New England Culinary Institute
High School Diploma -
Westerville-North High School
- Educational Aide Permit, ESEA qualified - State of Ohio Department of Education
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- First Aid and CPR - American Heart Association
- Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging for All - LinkedIn Learning
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