Linda Kessler
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Title I Educational Assistant
Millcreek Township School District
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess and cafeteria environments.
Agency Relations Coordinator
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwestern Pennsylvania
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided customer support to agencies regarding orders, product issues, training, client management, etc.
- Knowledgeable of the demographic and geographic data in assigned counties in order to provide adequate food resources for those in need.
- Monitored compliance of agencies with membership policies and procedures as well as compliance with food safety standards.
- Established new agencies within assigned counties. Conducted site visits, collected data, and updated agency records.
- Managed and maintained database through Primarius software.
- Maintained and updated Agency Relations page on SHFB website.
- Planned and coordinated periodic agency education seminars and workshops as well as an annual conference.
- Planned and coordinated with agencies for special distributions such as holiday baskets.
- Directed persons in need to an appropriate food pantry.
- Worked with the Accounting department to review agency grant usage and any account issues.
- Worked with the Warehouse staff to ensure efficient and equitable distribution of products.
- Knowledgeable of the Feeding America contract and SHFB Member Agency contract as it pertains to agencies.
Educational Aide
Northwest Intermediate Unit 5
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted the classroom teacher in the early intervention program as we worked with students to reach individual goals.
- Practiced daily life skills with students.
- Communicated student information to parents.
- Billed Access.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Harbor Creek School District
09.2008 - 08.2019
- Provided instructional support in small groups.
- Provided one-on-one instructional support.
- Implemented behavior management plans.
- Collected data on students.
- Collaborated with teachers when planning weekly lessons.
- Adapted or modified materials for students.
- Assisted in planning and implementing student activities.
- Met with teachers to discuss student concerns and successes.
- Responsible for completing 20 hours of professional development annually.
- Worked and collaborated directly with 4 special education teachers.
Membership Coordinator
WQLN
07.1997 - 09.1999
- Coordinated all aspects of on-air fundraising.
- Maintained membership files.
- Supervised Kid's Club Program.
- Organized Corporate Matching Gifts program.
- Assisted production staff in creating membership promotions.
- Analyzed reports and yearly budget together with Development Director.
- Supervised membership outreach staff.
Education
BA in Speech Communications -
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA08.1993
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Special Education
- Classroom Management
- Progress Reporting
- Teacher Support
- Materials Preparation
Timeline
Title I Educational Assistant
Millcreek Township School District
11.2023 - Current
Agency Relations Coordinator
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwestern Pennsylvania
11.2019 - 05.2021
Educational Aide
Northwest Intermediate Unit 5
08.2019 - 11.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Harbor Creek School District
09.2008 - 08.2019
Membership Coordinator
WQLN
07.1997 - 09.1999
BA in Speech Communications -
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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