Katherine Boliard
Decatur,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with a strong educational background and hands-on experience supporting diverse student needs. Skilled in fostering inclusive learning environments and providing individualized support to students with varying abilities. Proficient in implementing behavior management strategies and assisting in curriculum development. Known for establishing positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues to promote a collaborative educational atmosphere. Committed to enhancing the educational experience and ensuring the academic success of students in special education settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant - SPEC ED
South Shores Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
- Crisis Prevention trained with the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training
- Follows Safety and security measures for all children
- Assist students with physical needs, such as mobility or personal care tasks (depending on the individual student's needs)
- Basic computer and technology knowledge
- Awareness of ethical guidelines for working with children with special needs and their families
- Understanding of basic educational principles and practices in special education classroom setting
- Familiarity with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and how to support the documents and children
- Knowledge of behavior management techniques and strategies
- Have been to several conferences on behavior and management
- Remarkably patient and empathetic with children in the classroom and effective communication with the students
- Adaptable to the changes and needs of students and the classroom environment
- Well organized paperwork and information keeping
- Adamant about keeping the work area clean and tidy
- Well diverse collaborator with classroom teacher and school staff
Kennel Worker/ Vet Technician
Macon County Animal Control and Care Center
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Compassion and empathy towards animals in their care
- Patience and calm demeanor, especially when handling frightened or aggressive animals
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisors
- Vast knowledge of animal behavior and welfare
- Understanding of safety protocols related to animal handling and facility operations
- Familiarity with medical care for animals, such as administering medications or providing first aid (depending on the center's policies)
- Assisted in animal adoptions, meet-and-greets with possible new pet owners
- Assist other coworkers if asked or needed
Veterinarian assistant/ Receptionist
Best Friends Vet Care
03.2012 - 05.2022
- Handle incoming/ outgoing client phone calls/ or emails
- Assist clientele with medical knowledge for their pets
- Sterilize surgical tools and label different chemicals to meet OSHA regulations
- Use Personal Protective Equipment to ensure safety standards are met
- Assist Veterinarian with medical procedures including X Rays, blood draws, grooming services
- Handle FDA regulated medications under the supervision of the licensed veterinarian
- Experience with travel on the job and “after-hour” assistance to doctor for emergency services
- Ensure work area is clean and sanitary for clientele and their pets
- In absence of the licensed Veterinarian, considered employee manager of one of 2 offices
- Perform opening and closing duties including arming security for the building
- Confirm all transactions are accounted for including daily “End-of-Day” paperwork
Sandwich Artist
Subway
04.2008 - 03.2012
- Promote and execute daily food preparation and temperature taking
- Followed instructions while handling sanitation guidelines with utmost skill and confidence
- Handled money and cash drawer
- Assisted customers while maintaining a clean and safe work area
- Building sandwiches according to customer preferences, including selecting bread, spreads, vegetables, meats, and cheeses
- Preparing bread and toppings for sandwiches, including slicing vegetables, meats, and cheeses
- Following Subway's standardized recipes and portion sizes to ensure consistency in product quality
Warehouse/ Loss Prevention
Best Buy
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Handled warehouse inventory
- Asset protection, which entailed observing on closed circuit cameras and receipt verification
- Trained in blood borne pathogen readiness in the event of a hazardous incident
- Unloading trucks and receiving incoming shipments of merchandise
- Checking received goods against invoices or packing lists to ensure accuracy
- Sorting and organizing merchandise for storage or distribution
- Stocking shelves and organizing inventory within the warehouse
- Keeping track of inventory levels and conducting regular inventory counts
- Ensuring that products are stored safely and in accordance with Best Buy's standards
- Operating warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, and hand trucks
- Ensured efficient and accurate operations within the warehouse, both online and in-store sales by handling inventory effectively and facilitating timely order fulfillment
Education
Associate's degree in arts - Education
Richland Community College
Decatur, IL05.2025
Cosmetology License - Hair Shaping, Hair Color, Nail/skin Diseases And Disorders, Biology of The Human Body
Mr. John's School of Cosmetology
Decatur01.2020
Highschool Diploma - General education
Sangamon Valley High School
Niantic, IL05.2010
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Observant, documents, and reports student progress
- Advocate for the needs and rights of students with disabilities
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- IEP familiarity
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
Certification
2022, Paraprofessional license
References
* Available upon request
Timeline
Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant - SPEC ED
South Shores Elementary School
11.2023 - Current
Kennel Worker/ Vet Technician
Macon County Animal Control and Care Center
01.2023 - 11.2023
Veterinarian assistant/ Receptionist
Best Friends Vet Care
03.2012 - 05.2022
Warehouse/ Loss Prevention
Best Buy
06.2010 - 06.2011
Sandwich Artist
Subway
04.2008 - 03.2012
Associate's degree in arts - Education
Richland Community College
Cosmetology License - Hair Shaping, Hair Color, Nail/skin Diseases And Disorders, Biology of The Human Body
Mr. John's School of Cosmetology
Highschool Diploma - General education
Sangamon Valley High School
2022, Paraprofessional license
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