McKenna Malcarne
Deep River,CT
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Region #17 School District
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinating with the teacher on lessons and daily classroom activities
- Assisting other educators with administrative tasks like paperwork and reports
- Prepare the classroom to promote a healthy and safe learning environment
- Ensure classroom safety guidelines are met at all times
- Engage with children to enhance and encourage learning
- Assist the teacher in modifying materials to meet the specific needs of a child
- Provide basic caregiving duties, support, and encouragement in all aspects of development
- Assist with other personal or physical care assistance
- Monitor the classroom and minimize distractions and disruptions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Assistant Manager
Brigham Young University Carpet Crew
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Communicated daily to assign roles and responsibilities to crew members
- Managed and coached 16 staff members organized into 5 teams in rotating locations
- Facilitated team meetings, made staff assignments/schedules, and supported staff onboarding and orientation
- Led the coordination of University resources to support staff in workplace violations and resolutions
- Oversaw the hiring process for new-hire staff, including interviews, processing, and training
- Performed monthly 1:1 performance checks with team members for an improved performance and retention rate of 20%
- Received qualification in mid to heavy industrial cleaning equipment and multiple fleet vehicle certifications
Volunteer Coordinator
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Volunteer and humanitarian work
- Planned and prepared for individual lesson plans, teaching 10 to 15 individuals a week
- Cross-cultural communication explained complex subject matter, simplified concepts so that all may understand
- Interacted with an average of 30 new individuals daily
Cashier
Rite Aid Pharmacy
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted customers with their transactions, helped them to find merchandise, and complete their purchases
- Responsible for inventory and restocking store items on a monthly schedule while fulfilling customer service responsibilities
- Counted and assisted in balancing drawers for accurate record-keeping
Education
BA - History with an emphasis in Spanish
Brigham Young University- Idaho
Rexburg, Idaho07.2023
Skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Time Management Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Special education support
- Crisis management
- Teacher assistance
- Helping students with special needs
- Multicultural awareness
- Small group instruction
- Conflict resolution techniques
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Region #17 School District
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Brigham Young University Carpet Crew
02.2022 - 02.2023
Volunteer Coordinator
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
09.2018 - 03.2020
Cashier
Rite Aid Pharmacy
06.2017 - 08.2017
BA - History with an emphasis in Spanish
Brigham Young University- Idaho
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