KRISTY DILLARD
McKinney,Texas
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Aide
Webb Elementary School
McKinney, TX
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Supported implementation of behavior intervention plans, promoting positive behavioral outcomes for individual students.
- Collaborated with students and small groups to facilitate instructional exercises, enhancing engagement and understanding.
- Assisted in data collection for students' academic and vocational goals, contributing to personalized support strategies.
Playroom Attendant
Stephen G Terrel Recreation Center
Allen, Texas
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service by welcoming parents and children, addressing concerns in coordination with management, and prioritizing customer satisfaction in all interactions.
- Fostered positive behavior in children by promoting appropriate toy use, applying discipline guidelines, and creating a stimulating, engaging play environment.
- Managed accurate records for all children in the playroom, including medical forms, releases, check-in and out logs, and incident reports.
Special Education Aide - STC
Wolford Elementary School
McKinney, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported implementation of behavior intervention plans, fostering positive behavioral changes in individual students.
- Collaborated with individual students and small groups to enhance learning through tailored instructional exercises.
- Assisted in collecting and analyzing data to track progress towards individual students' academic and vocational goals.
Dining Room Associate
PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Allen, Texas
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed tray tickets, inputted data into database, and assembled meals according to patient menu selections, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
- Guided patients in menu selection and collaborated with nursing staff to ensure adherence to nutritional requirements.
- Communicated patient concerns to appropriate personnel, following department procedures to facilitate prompt resolution.
Revenue Team Member
Crayola Experience
Plano, Texas
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitated receipt and replenishment of new products, ensuring timely availability on sales floor.
- Processed payments by accepting cash, checks, and credit card transactions from customers.
- Assisted guests in selecting products and merchandise, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Maintained clean, organized work area to support efficient daily operations.
Special Education Aide
Shepard Elementary School
Plano, Texas
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Collected and analyzed data for individual students' academic and vocational goals to inform personalized instruction.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for individual students to promote positive behavioral changes.
- Facilitated instructional exercises for individual students and small groups to enhance learning outcomes.
Special Education Aide - FAC
McKinney High School
McKinney, Texas
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported implementation of behavior intervention plans, contributing to positive student behavior and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with students and small groups to facilitate instructional exercises, enhancing understanding and engagement.
- Collected data on individual students' academic and vocational progress to inform tailored support strategies.
Preschool Teacher
Cottonwood Creek Kid Care Preschool
Allen, Texas
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed lesson plans and implemented monthly goals to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Taught motor and communication skills through crafts, music, and structured play to foster holistic development.
- Implemented organizational strategies to streamline classroom activities, improving flow and maximizing instructional time.
Summer Children's Ministry Intern
Cottonwood Creek Church
Allen, Texas
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Developed and implemented engaging weekly curriculum for children ages 2 to 5, fostering early learning and development.
- Coordinated inventory procurement and sourced supplies to ensure adequate materials for children's activities.
- Performed essential office tasks, including organizing documents and managing data entry, to support smooth administrative operations.
Group Leader
McKinney ISD Club 360
McKinney, Texas
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Created engaging lesson plans and coordinated after-school activities to enhance learning experiences for children in grades K-5.
- Chaperoned and managed field trip excursions, ensuring safety and engagement for groups of 20 to 35 children.
- Assisted students with homework and communicated regularly with parents.
Nursery and Preschool Hall Coordinator
Cottonwood Creek Church
Allen, Texas
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Guided parents and children to classrooms, facilitating a welcoming and organized environment.
- Managed classroom discipline, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Coordinated weekly teacher rotations to ensure smooth class transitions.
Tutor
McKinney ISD AVID
McKinney, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Tutored groups of 3 to 8 high school juniors, fostering understanding in various subject areas.
- Developed engaging worksheets and practice quizzes to improve student comprehension and retention.
- Developed teaching skills by actively engaging with students in a classroom setting.
Education
Associates of Arts - Teaching
Collin College
McKinney, Texas08-2017
High School Diploma -
McKinney High School
McKinney, Texas06-2011
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Teaching children
- Microsoft Office
- Google Docs
- Data entry and scanning
- Equipment management
- Organizational skills
- Behavior intervention strategies
Timeline
Special Education Aide
Webb Elementary School
08.2024 - 03.2025
Playroom Attendant
Stephen G Terrel Recreation Center
01.2023 - 07.2024
Special Education Aide - STC
Wolford Elementary School
01.2022 - 01.2023
Dining Room Associate
PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Revenue Team Member
Crayola Experience
01.2021 - 01.2022
Special Education Aide
Shepard Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2021
Special Education Aide - FAC
McKinney High School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Preschool Teacher
Cottonwood Creek Kid Care Preschool
01.2015 - 01.2018
Group Leader
McKinney ISD Club 360
01.2013 - 01.2015
Tutor
McKinney ISD AVID
01.2012 - 01.2014
Summer Children's Ministry Intern
Cottonwood Creek Church
01.2011 - 01.2017
Nursery and Preschool Hall Coordinator
Cottonwood Creek Church
01.2011 - 01.2015
Associates of Arts - Teaching
Collin College
High School Diploma -
McKinney High School