Kristie Williams
Ipswich,SD
Summary
Results-oriented professional at SD School for the Blind and Visually Impaired with a proven track record in delivering evidence-based programs. Demonstrating exceptional verbal communication and behavior management skills while fostering positive relationships with students and staff. Expertise in ensuring student safety and leading teams to exceed organizational goals, driven by a commitment to innovative problem-solving and empathy. Career goals include enhancing educational strategies for children with various disabilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant
SD School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Aberdeen, SD
08.2022 - Current
- Working one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Attending training sessions on best practices for working with students with special needs.
- Developing positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Implementing behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
Floor Lead
HOBBY LOBBY Retail Stores
Aberdeen, SD
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Consulted with customers regarding needs and addressed concerns.
- Resolved conflicts among team members in a professional manner.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Created a positive environment for customers by providing exceptional service at all times.
- Responsible for training and supervising staff on the floor.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and ensure smooth workflow.
Assembly Line Worker
Banner Engineering Corporation
Aberdeen, SD
09.2002 - 02.2014
- Maintained assembly and production equipment to meet operational goals.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
- Created and maintained production schedules based on employee productivity, company needs, and seasonal plans.
- Contributed to a team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
Skills
- Student safety
- Evidence-based programs
- Verbal and written communication
- Behavior management
- Helping students with special needs
- Group facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Fire and safety guidance
- Workplace safety
- Environmental monitoring
- Team building
- Safety training
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
SD School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
08.2022 - Current
Floor Lead
HOBBY LOBBY Retail Stores
01.2015 - 03.2022
Assembly Line Worker
Banner Engineering Corporation
09.2002 - 02.2014
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