Katherine “Kacie” Doner
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Paraeducator with experience supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally in classroom settings. Skilled in working with diverse learning needs, implementing behavior support strategies, and collaborating with teachers and staff to create a positive and supportive learning environment. Strong communication, patience, and organizational skills with a passion for helping students build confidence and succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Olathe Public Schools
02.2024 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans for students with special needs, fostering engagement and learning.
- Assisted teachers in classroom management, ensuring a positive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated small group instruction, promoting skill development in core academic subjects.
- Developed supportive relationships with students, contributing to their social-emotional growth and confidence.
Business Office Associate
CarMax Auto Superstores Inc
07.2019 - Current
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Developed knowledge of company products and services to make suggestions according to customer needs.
Paraeducator
Olathe Public Schools
03.2013 - 05.2022
- Serve as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with special needs students age 5 to 10
- Made teachers aware of and managed any distracting or inappropriate behavior in the classroom
- Created and distributed instructional materials for small group and one-on-one use
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support
Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items
- Helped average of fifteen customers per day by responding to inquiries and locating products
- Assisted customers by finding needed items and checking inventory for items at other locations
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child And Family Development
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MOHigh School Diploma -
Blue Valley High School
Stilwell, KS2005
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- One-on-One Student Assistance
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Olathe Public Schools
02.2024 - Current
Business Office Associate
CarMax Auto Superstores Inc
07.2019 - Current
Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.
05.2018 - 07.2019
Paraeducator
Olathe Public Schools
03.2013 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley High School
Some College (No Degree) - Child And Family Development
University of Central Missouri