Driven and dependable, with a proven track record at Helen Baller Elementary, I enhanced student support and improved classroom management. Skilled in behavior management and effective communication, I fostered positive learning outcomes and streamlined surgery coordination at Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery, demonstrating a strong work ethic and multicultural awareness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Helen Baller Elementary
03.2021 - Current
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
In-Home Nanny
Nanny Position
10.2017 - 03.2021
Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
Promoted healthy eating habits with nutritious meal planning and preparation, resulting in balanced diets.
Improved children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group outings.
Supported potty training process using gentle encouragement techniques leading to successful milestones achievements.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
Surgery Coordinator
Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery
08.2008 - 12.2015
Streamlined communication between surgeons, patients, and hospital staff for seamless surgery coordination.
Collaborated with patient, referring physician and surgical specialist to coordinate pre- and post-operative care for surgical procedures.
Maintained efficient surgery schedule by monitoring daily activities and resolving potential conflicts.
Communicated with patients on phone and in person to enter and update medical history in database.
Assisted in the development of standardized protocols for surgery coordination, improving overall efficiency across multiple departments.
Maintained accurate medical records for all patients undergoing surgery, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
Increased patient satisfaction with pre-surgery preparation by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or questions.
Documented and collected patient data in NextGen database to maintain accuracy and security.
Coordinated testing, labs and other diagnostic data for proper clearance prior to surgery.
Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
Lane Operator
DEQ Emissions
08.2007 - 07.2008
Communicated effectively with team members across departments for seamless coordination during shift transitions and critical operations updates.
Visually inspected under the hood of the vehicle to identify engine size and recorded anything that was either disconnected or missing.
Located vehicle identification information on vehicle; entered and verified appropriate vehicle information and mileage in computer database.
Conducted basic, enhanced, and On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II inspections based on the year of the vehicle.