Kaitlyn Crowell
Laingsburg,MI
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts. Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals. Goal-oriented one-on-one paraprofessional, caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Laingsburg Community Schools
09.2021 - Current
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Strategic Support Associate
Jackson National
10.2015 - 09.2021
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing efficient project management tools.
- Optimized workflow processes for better resource allocation and improved task completion rates.
- Provided essential support to senior executives, effectively managing schedules and coordinating meetings.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify potential business opportunities, contributing to revenue growth.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with various departments, ensuring alignment of goals and seamless execution of projects.
Barista Shift Manager
Biggby
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality beverages and efficient service.
- Streamlined operations for increased workflow efficiency through effective shift management.
- Fostered a positive work environment through team building exercises and clear communication.
- Maximized sales by implementing innovative marketing strategies and promotional events.
- Trained new employees in company policies, barista techniques, and customer service skills for consistent performance across all staff members.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to reduce waste while ensuring adequate stock for daily operations.
- Increased repeat business by establishing strong relationships with customers through friendly interactions and personalized service.
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper accounting procedures were followed at all times.
- Provided outstanding customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally to maintain brand reputation.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning amongst staff members by offering ongoing training opportunities in product knowledge and industry trends.
- Generated friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers.
Education
No Degree -
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MIAssociate of Business Administration -
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MISecondary Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MISkills
- Social Support
- Educational Assistance
- Student Records Management
- Test Proctoring
- Teacher Support
- Classroom Support
- Documentation
- Crisis Intervention
- IEP Compliance
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Special Education Support
- Safety Understanding
- Patient
- Classroom Technology
- Activity Implementation
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Building
- Social Development and Integration
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Computer Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- IEP Familiarity
- Reporting Requirements
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Helping Students With Special Needs
- Crisis Management
- Supervising Student Activities
- Social Integration
- Teacher Assistance
- Behavior Improvements
- Multicultural Awareness
- Educational Support
- Reading and Writing Support
- Progress monitoring
- Peer mediation
- Special education
- Note-taking assistance
- Adaptive technology
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Laingsburg Community Schools
09.2021 - Current
Strategic Support Associate
Jackson National
10.2015 - 09.2021
Barista Shift Manager
Biggby
08.2012 - 09.2015
No Degree -
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate of Business Administration -
Lansing Community College
Secondary Education
Central Michigan University
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