Kristine Vaughn
Quincy,WA
Summary
Patient Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Quincy School District
Quincy, WA
12.2014 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
- Attended IEP meetings, developed intervention strategies and communicated results to faculty members.
- Administered various assessment tools such as standardized tests or informal observations.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate an effective learning environment.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Waitress/Bartender
Quincy Moose Lodge
Quincy, WA
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
- Provided accurate change for cash transactions using a cash register system.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
Waitress/Bartender/Cook
Beaver Lodge Resort
Colville, WA
09.2009 - 08.2013
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff to uphold restaurant standards.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Special Education Knowledge
- Collaboration Abilities
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Disability Awareness
- Literacy support
- Data Collection
- Classroom support
- IEP goals
- Special needs
- IEP compliance
- Behavioral plan management
- Life Skills Development
- Proficient with [Technology]
- Student Supervision
- Classroom Organization
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Differentiated Instruction
- Goal Setting
- Classroom inclusion
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Quincy School District
12.2014 - Current
Waitress/Bartender
Quincy Moose Lodge
08.2013 - 11.2014
Waitress/Bartender/Cook
Beaver Lodge Resort
09.2009 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
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