Kaitlin Hanshew
Denton
Summary
Organized, dependable professional skilled in office support, team coordination, and maintaining efficient processes, including wholesale operations and POS-based support. Brings a student-centered approach from Special Education Support work-supporting individualized needs, collaborating with staff, and handling dynamic situations with calm professionalism. Known for strong communication, follow-through, and a focus on positive outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Krum Independent School District
Krum, TX
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Supported students with special needs in academic and social
settings, fostering inclusive learning environments. - Collaborated with teachers to implement
individualized education (lEPs) tailored to student requirements. - Assisted in behavioral management strategies, promoting positive interactions among students and staff.
- Monitored students progress, documenting observations to inform instructional adjustments and interventions.
Manager of Operations
Half-Pint Children's Boutique
Denton, TX
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Oversee and facilitate daily operations and logistics of a growing small business. Lead a team of gifted and talented individuals toward continued expansion.
- Continuously improve operational systems, policies, and procedures to meet business’s goals as th company grows.
- Communicate and collaborate with key wholesale partners on shipments, scheduling, and inventory.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Sales Associate
Half-Pint Children's Boutique
Denton, TX
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Increased purchase amounts by cross-selling with similar products.
- Curate gift sets and outfits for customers based on both customer and brand knowledge.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Family Nanny
Cade & Stacie Colson
Olathe, KS
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Nurtured strong relationships with both parents and children based on trust, respect, empathy, and open communication lines.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Managed challenging behaviors calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage self-regulation.
- Supported families in maintaining household order by performing light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and laundry tasks.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Merced County Office Of Education
Merced, CA
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia resources in lessons.
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized education plans and adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse needs.
Secretary
Centry 21 Salvadori Realty
Merced, CA
07.2011 - 08.2013
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Inputting new listings, filing closed listings.
- Communicate with Realtors, Loan Officer's, and Brokers on status' of their files.
Education
High School Diploma -
Merced High School
Merced, CA06.2013
Skills
- Wholesale Operations
- Recruitment & Hiring
- Knowledge of multiple POS Systems
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Staff Management
- Adaptability & Flexibility
- Transition Planning
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Krum Independent School District
07.2024 - 01.2026
Manager of Operations
Half-Pint Children's Boutique
03.2022 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Half-Pint Children's Boutique
01.2022 - 04.2022
Family Nanny
Cade & Stacie Colson
09.2018 - 07.2020
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Merced County Office Of Education
02.2016 - 05.2018
Secretary
Centry 21 Salvadori Realty
07.2011 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Merced High School