Linnett Curry
Dallas,TX
Summary
Adept at fostering inclusive environments and enhancing community wellness, I leveraged skills in learning disabilities support and critical thinking at Dallas Independent School District and City Of Dallas Parks and Recreation. Achieved significant improvements in classroom focus and community event quality, demonstrating exceptional verbal communication and partnership building.
Professional with strong background in customer interactions and service solutions. Highly skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
09.2013 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion within the school community by modeling respectful interactions and encouraging open communication among all stakeholders involved in the education of special needs students.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
Recreation Specialist
City Of Dallas Parks and Recreation
06.2005 - 04.2016
- Oversaw maintenance tasks within recreation facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety standards were consistently met.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles by creating wellness programs tailored for specific demographics within the community.
- Successfully coordinated large-scale community events such as festivals or tournaments that attracted visitors from surrounding regions.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Developed open communication lines with patrons by soliciting feedback regularly on their needs and preferences.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses for sponsorship, enhancing quality of recreational events without increasing costs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2009
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer service
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Data entry
Certification
- Certified Customer Service Professional (CCSP) - National Customer Service Association.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
09.2013 - Current
Recreation Specialist
City Of Dallas Parks and Recreation
06.2005 - 04.2016
Associate of Arts - Business Education
University of Phoenix
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