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Leslie Moree

Spokane,WA

Summary

Accomplished special education paraprofessional with 4+ years of experience supporting students in the classroom and implementing individualized learning techniques. Possesses extensive knowledge in de-escalation techniques, lesson planning and individualized learning strategies. Seeking to contribute to a school district's success through effective behavior management and student engagement. Additionally, brings 6 years of coaching experience working with wrestlers aged 8 to 15, leveraging personal expertise gained during 10 years of freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling in the Marine Corps at 58 kilograms. Also skilled in coaching track and field for both Special Olympics and regular track, with over 10 years of experience. Personally excelled as a long and triple jumper and pole vaulter for 8 years. Furthermore, offers 4 years of experience as a football coach for youth athletes, including both flag and tackle football.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Paraeducator

Spokane Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Assigned one to one with highly behavioral student. Raised students' grade average from "F" to "D."
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety..
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Attended ongoing professional development workshops and trainings to stay current on best practices in special education instruction.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers on curriculum adaptation, ensuring that modified lessons aligned with state standards while meeting the unique needs of special education students.
  • Assisted in instructional processes by communicating perceptions of student progress and needs to teacher.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations during testing and assessments.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional techniques, including visual aids and hands-on activities, to engage students with different learning styles.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, enabling timely modifications to instructional strategies as needed.
  • Developed strong relationships with students through active listening and empathy, promoting trust and open communication.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and school staff regarding student progress, addressing concerns promptly and thoroughly.
  • Provided ongoing support during transition periods such as classroom changes or school relocations to minimize disruptions for students with special needs.
  • Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.

Coaching Staff Member

Girls on the Run
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Promoted a safe playing environment by enforcing proper technique usage during games, preventing injuries among campers.
  • Collaborated with fellow coaches to design effective teaching and mentoring methods to 35 campers.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned campers to teams to maximize talent areas.
  • Developed strong relationships with campers and their families to maintain open communication regarding progress and expectations.

Head Track and Field Coach

Spokane Public Schools
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Strengthened team cohesion, organizing regular team-building activities and fostering a supportive environment.
  • Served as a mentor to student-athletes, offering guidance and support in balancing their academic and athletic commitments.
  • Streamlined administrative processes for the coaching staff, freeing up more time for individualized attention to athletes'' needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of athlete performance statistics, providing valuable data insights which informed future training approaches.
  • Assisted athletes in achieving personal bests through tailored training schedules and goal-setting sessions.
  • Fostered an inclusive atmosphere within the team by promoting sportsmanship values among all members regardless of skill level or experience.
  • Enhanced athlete capabilities through personalized coaching, leading to better results in track and field events.
  • Implemented injury prevention strategies through proper warm-up techniques and conditioning exercises, reducing overall injury rates among athletes.
  • Improved team performance by developing and implementing innovative training programs.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
  • Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
  • Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
  • Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
  • Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
  • Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
  • (24) athletes went to the All City track meet. Approximately twelve placed on the podium.

Head Wrestling Coach

Spokane Public Schools
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Built a new 1st year program at Yasuhara Middle School along with (2) assistant coaches.
  • Maintained safe practice environments through proper mat cleaning procedures and adherence to safety protocols during drills and sparring sessions.
  • Coached players to boost confidence and enhance abilities.
  • Increased athlete skill development through tailored practice sessions and targeted feedback.
  • Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and individualized coaching techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of athlete performance statistics, providing valuable data insights which informed future training approaches.
  • Established strong communication channels between coaching staff, athletes, parents, and administration for seamless program operations.
  • Complied with rules and regulations set by institutions and leagues.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with other athletic department staff members to create a supportive environment for all student athletes.
  • Served as a mentor and role model for athletes, guiding them in their personal development and offering support in times of need.
  • Implemented sports psychology techniques to enhance athlete mental resilience and focus during high-pressure competitions.
  • Promoted sportsmanship and respect among athletes by modeling appropriate behavior and enforcing team rules consistently.
  • Educated individuals on importance of proper nutritional and sleep habits, demonstrating impact on physical performance.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for penetrating, lifting and pinning for team and coaching staff.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of athletic medicine as related to common injuries and conditions across sport.
  • Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
  • Provided guidance to clients in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
  • Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
  • Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
  • Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
  • Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
  • Developed student-athletes academically by monitoring academic progress and providing resources for success in the classroom.
  • Ten wrestlers went to the 2024 Spokaloo All-City meet. (5) wrestlers placed on the podium.(1) first place, (1) second place, (1) fourth place, and (2) sixth place.

Primary Skills Instructor/Program Supervisor

Youth Educational Services
10.2021 - 07.2024
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering a sense of community among clients of varying functional levels.
  • Supported diverse learners through differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all clients had equal opportunities for success.
  • ·Developed rapport to keep safe and trusting

environment for care across five group homes.

  • ·Administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep

healthcare advisor well informed.

  • ·Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being across five group homes.
  • ·Successfully trained 5 Primary Skills Instructor staff to operate within the Youth Educational Services group home facility environment in a safe and efficient manner.

Inventory Supervisor

Washington Inventory Services, International
05.2018 - Current
  • Leading a team of Inventory Associates of four to twenty counters, ensured that accurate data of product value in various retail stores valued from $500,000.00 up to and over $3,000,000
  • Provided quality customer service to both corporate level personnel and store management to ensure a proper and accurate inventory of items on hand to include pharmacy, grocery, fuel centers, clothing, hardware and C-Stores
  • Ensured account instructions and store mapping remained up to date for each assigned account.

Inventory Specialist

Washington Inventory Services, International
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Ensured accurate counts of items for various types of distribution centers (retail stores, grocery stores, hardware stores, fabric stores, and C-stores.)
  • Provided excellent customer service.
  • Handled day-to-day counts, entering more than ten tags of data per day from various locations in store.

E-6 0111 Administrative Support Specialist

U. S. Marine Corps
06.2003 - 04.2017
  • Performed as an Administrative Support Specialist/Human Resource Manager and Administration Manager for Marine Attack Squadron 311
  • Lead Technical Trainer for 10 personnel
  • Lead project manager for process improvement projects for multiple required inspection preparations which resulted in mission capable or noteworthy grades
  • Orchestrated movement of Marine Attack Squadron 311’s over 300 personnel between 3 separate locations during deployments
  • Performed human resource specialist and managerial duties in remote locations such as the middle of the Pacific Ocean on deployment, managing 300 personnel spread over the world on 2 different deployments and the 70 personnel left at home base in Yuma, Arizona
  • Ensured all personnel were paid benefits in a timely manner
  • Ensured that the customer service help desk was properly staffed and managed with qualified administrative support personnel
  • Trained 10 administrative support specialists
  • Redesigned office procedures to ensure that processes were streamlined while still maintaining requirements to ensure the customer was taken care of in a timely manner.
  • Implemented new procedures and processes to ensure that customers were paid in as timely a manner as possible
  • Processed personnel for retirement from the United States Marine Corps.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2026

Master of Science - Criminal Justice, Rehabilitation and Reintegration

American Military Unversity
Charles Town, West Virgina
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Forensics

American Military University
Charles Town, West Virgina
09.2014

Skills

  • Quick Thinking
  • Teaching and instruction
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Learning Disabilities Support
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Clear Communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Special needs
  • Activities of Daily Living ADLs
  • Autism and spectrum disorders
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Behavioral plan management

Affiliations

60 WPM, Proficient in standard commercial software: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook

General

YES, SECRET, YES, 10 points

Additionalreferences

Additional references provided upon request.

Awards

  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, 5th Award, 2013
  • Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, 4th Award, 2015

References

  • Donald Groves, Student Personnel, VFA-101 Marine Support Detachment, (703) 432-0486
  • David Wilson, Sergeant Major, I Marine Expeditionary Forces Information Group, (760) 763-2687
  • Fred J. Suniga Jr, Master Sergeant, Retired, United States Marine Corps, (623) 229-2895
  • Christina J. Langley, District Manager, Retail Services WIS Corporation, (360) 649-0862

Training

  • Personnel Administration School, December 2003
  • Intermediate Personnel Administration School, October 2008
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified, September 2013
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Trained, April 2014

Certification

  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Trained
  • Nursing Assistance, Registered License - March 2024 to March 2025
  • First Aid/CPR, American Red Cross - 11/2023 to 11/2025

Timeline

Coaching Staff Member

Girls on the Run
06.2024 - 07.2024

Head Track and Field Coach

Spokane Public Schools
04.2024 - 06.2024

Head Wrestling Coach

Spokane Public Schools
02.2024 - 04.2024

Special Education Paraeducator

Spokane Public Schools
11.2023 - Current

Primary Skills Instructor/Program Supervisor

Youth Educational Services
10.2021 - 07.2024

Inventory Supervisor

Washington Inventory Services, International
05.2018 - Current

Inventory Specialist

Washington Inventory Services, International
05.2017 - 05.2018

E-6 0111 Administrative Support Specialist

U. S. Marine Corps
06.2003 - 04.2017

Master of Arts - Special Education

Western Governors University

Master of Science - Criminal Justice, Rehabilitation and Reintegration

American Military Unversity

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Forensics

American Military University
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Trained
  • Nursing Assistance, Registered License - March 2024 to March 2025
  • First Aid/CPR, American Red Cross - 11/2023 to 11/2025
Leslie Moree