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Karol Rush

Toms River,NJ

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Day Program Instructor

21 Plus
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Learned and properly delivered program curriculum and methodology to include daily and weekly lesson plans supporting objectives and assessments.
  • Maintained accurate and timely educational assessments and progress portfolios for participants.
  • Recorded responses to lesson planning and made appropriate adjustments.
  • Used contextual, supplemental, teacher-constructed, activity-based and tactile instructional approaches.
  • Implemented instructional plans in accordance with directives and guidelines.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided clients to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Established positive relationships with clients and families.

Office Manager

Bennett's Garage
09.2010 - 12.2021
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
  • Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
  • Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
  • Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Certified Paraprofessional

Liquid Board Of Education
06.2006 - 08.2010
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.

Certified Paraprofessional

Manchester Board Of Education
09.1996 - 08.2010
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.

Education

Associates - Special Education

Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, New Jersey
06.2006

Skills

  • Safety Monitoring and Management
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Client Guidance
  • Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
  • No Child Left Behind Requirement
  • Creating a Safe Learning Environment
  • Social Behaviors
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Organizing and Distributing Materials

Timeline

Day Program Instructor

21 Plus
04.2022 - 08.2023

Office Manager

Bennett's Garage
09.2010 - 12.2021

Certified Paraprofessional

Liquid Board Of Education
06.2006 - 08.2010

Certified Paraprofessional

Manchester Board Of Education
09.1996 - 08.2010

Associates - Special Education

Brookdale Community College