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Kristal Allen

Austin

Summary

Maintained organized, current and efficient office records by consistently addressing issues and keeping files properly stored. Effectively reduced inefficiencies and storage needs by archiving aging files and eliminating redundancies. Systematic and knowledgeable with strong attention to detail and strong work ethic.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Clerk

Internal Revenue Service, IRS
12.2024 - Current
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
  • Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
  • Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
  • Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
  • Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Eanes ISD
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
  • Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
  • Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
  • Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
  • Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.

Essential Academics Teacher

Pflugerville ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff members to develop IEPs through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned; implement instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required; plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned
  • Implement assistive instructional technologies to support student learning & achievement
  • Participate in ARD committee meetings; conduct assessment of student abilities learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities; present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP
  • Comply with federal, state, local laws, guidelines and procedures
  • Work effectively with each student’s unique characteristics and recognize their diverse linguistic and culturally diverse needs
  • Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing; provide or supervise personal care, medical care, and feeding of students as stated in IEP
  • Create a classroom environment conducive to active and successful student learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students; manage student behavior; consult district and outside people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
  • Establish and maintain effective, open communication & confidentiality as needed with students, parents, teachers, and administrators; participate in staff professional development activities
  • Follow Educator Code of Conduct & all policies, procedures, laws and State/Federal regulations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Learning Coach

Third Future Schools
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • To coach and guide students in the 'team centers' where proficient and accelerated students work independently on assignments after direct instruction with the teacher
  • Learning Coaches also support the teachers with copying, grading papers, and general classroom support
  • Learning Coaches do not plan nor create lessons or assignments
  • Learning Coaches sometimes teach a group of students directly when a teacher is absent
  • They create a safe and orderly learning environment for students who are assigned to their group and for all the students in the school
  • They work with colleagues to accomplish the school’s mission and vision
  • Learning Coaches are supervised by the Principal, Assistant Principal, or Lead Teachers

ASL Teacher

Austin ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Plan lessons, including activities such as preparing learning objectives and goals, designing tests or exams, studying material, setting up labs, and preparing exams
  • Prepare lesson materials, supplies, and equipment (e.g., copy materials, set up technology equipment, arrange lab materials)
  • Provide instruction to a class, individual students, or groups of students using such methods as oral presentation, demonstration, discussion of homework assignments, answering questions, offering laboratory directions, and games
  • Facilitate learning in the classroom (e.g., maintain discipline; encourage participation; consult with parents, school staff, and other care providers to identify and address social or developmental needs)
  • Tutor students to accelerate learning
  • Evaluate student performance
  • Maintain records and document student progress (e.g., record grades and absences, provide progress reports)
  • Perform all duties pertaining to area of expertise as required (e.g., early childhood, language, music, physical education, vocational training, safety, and career education)
  • Maintain contact with parents in regard to student performance through activities such as parent teacher conferences, progress reports, letters, and special meetings
  • Maintain professional development through such activities as classes, conferences, seminars, workshops, and professional journals; provide technical guidance to less experienced teachers
  • Perform various administrative activities (e.g., attend faculty and staff meetings, order equipment and supplies, copy materials, create bulletin boards, take attendance, obtain permission slips, and coordinate department activities)
  • Monitor student behavior both inside and outside the classroom (e.g., during class, in hallways between classes, and during assemblies, extracurricular activity meetings or events, fire drills, or other group activities)

Special Education Paraprofessional

Kipp Texas Obras Elementary
07.2019 - 06.2020
  • Implement student lessons to meet learning objectives under direct supervision
  • Work directly with individuals and student groups in daily classroom tasks, activities and assignments, monitoring and redirecting behaviors using appropriate communication and effective intervention strategies
  • Monitoring and/or recording student progress in instructional areas
  • Review, design, and implement student 504 plans and IEPs with fidelity
  • Conducting portions of student evaluations (with training) to include: structured observations, daily student tracking, and/or teacher/student/parent interviews
  • Attendance at IEP and evaluation team meetings
  • Assisting the special education teacher in planning and implementing special education curriculum
  • Assisting the special education teacher in planning for modifying instruction of grade level content standards across curriculum
  • Respond to daily student needs when the special education teacher in otherwise engaged
  • Develop, implement, track, and critique interventions with students with special needs for their effectiveness
  • Assist special education teacher with special education due process paperwork as needed
  • Review general education teacher lesson plans and provide detailed feedback to enable them to make necessary accommodations and modifications based on student learning needs and state standards as directed by the Special Education Coordinator
  • Lead guided reading groups and small group instruction and continually assess and track student progress
  • Provide special education inclusion and resource services minutes to students
  • Co-teach with general education teachers to provide instruction to students
  • Progress monitor IEP goals and provide detailed documentation of goals to Special Education Coordinator
  • Attend all grade level and staff meetings, including Wednesday staff meetings, and attend designated school functions outside of school hours
  • Participate in school-wide professional development and seek continual feedback and coaching to develop as a teacher
  • Perform necessary duties including but not limited to bus, morning, lunch, dismissal, and after school duties
  • Communicate openly and honestly with all staff members in a timely fashion

Education

Bachelors of Arts - Government

Gallaudet University
Washington, D.C.
05.2004

Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD
05.2006

Skills

  • Fluent in American Sign Language
  • Fluent in MS Office
  • Record preparation
  • Strategic planning

Timeline

Office Clerk

Internal Revenue Service, IRS
12.2024 - Current

Special Education Paraprofessional

Eanes ISD
09.2024 - 11.2024

Essential Academics Teacher

Pflugerville ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024

Learning Coach

Third Future Schools
07.2022 - 08.2023

ASL Teacher

Austin ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022

Special Education Paraprofessional

Kipp Texas Obras Elementary
07.2019 - 06.2020

Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Frederick Community College

Bachelors of Arts - Government

Gallaudet University

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