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Kimberly Bennett

Houston,TX

Summary

Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. 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. Enthusiastic [Job Title], experienced in providing staff support in educational or childcare environments. Worked with children individually and in small groups while providing basic reading, writing and math instruction and other education-related activities as assigned. Goal-oriented [Job Title] 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

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

YCAP Paraprofessional, ASIP Para, ECAP Para

Katy Isd Education
08.2009 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
  • Prepared reports and maintained Student records.

Associate

Walmart
05.2020 - 09.2021
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently by employing strategic selling techniques and building long-lasting relationships with clients.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.

Home Health CNA

Texas Home Health
01.1999 - 03.2001
  • Managed wound care by ensuring timely dressing changes and following infection control protocols for optimal healing outcomes.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Reduced caregiver burden by providing respite care services that allowed family members time away from caregiving duties.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Waitress Supervisor

Ugo's Italian Cuisine
04.1995 - 03.2001

  • Upheld high standards of professionalism when dealing with customer issues, supporting serving staff, and waiting on tables.
  • Improved teamwork among staff members by leading regular meetings to address concerns, share best practices, and set goals.
  • Assisted in hiring and training new waitstaff, ensuring excellent service levels were maintained at all times.

Import/Export Secretary

Labay Summers INTL
08.1997 - 05.1999
  • Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.

Education

CNA - Nursing-CNA

PCI Health Training Center - Richardson
Richardson, TX
05.2012

Associate of Arts - Education

Lone Star College System
Spring, TX
05.2012

High School Diploma -

Memorial High School
Houston, TX
05.1996

Skills

  • Test Proctoring
  • Computer Skills
  • Disability Awareness
  • Teaching assistance
  • Classroom Organization
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Special Education Support
  • Special Education
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Child Development
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Clerical Support
  • IEP compliance
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Assigning and Grading Work
  • Classroom Management
  • Elementary Education
  • Individualized Education Plans
  • Organizational and Planning Skills
  • Data Collection
  • Educational assistance
  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Special Needs Support
  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
  • Behavior improvements
  • Emotional Support
  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Documentation
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Life Skills Training
  • Student Supervision

Accomplishments

Gold Award Girl Scout

Timeline

Associate

Walmart
05.2020 - 09.2021

YCAP Paraprofessional, ASIP Para, ECAP Para

Katy Isd Education
08.2009 - Current

Home Health CNA

Texas Home Health
01.1999 - 03.2001

Import/Export Secretary

Labay Summers INTL
08.1997 - 05.1999

Waitress Supervisor

Ugo's Italian Cuisine
04.1995 - 03.2001

CNA - Nursing-CNA

PCI Health Training Center - Richardson

Associate of Arts - Education

Lone Star College System

High School Diploma -

Memorial High School
Kimberly Bennett