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Michelle Ruble

Waterford

Summary

Dynamic Special Education Paraprofessional with a proven track record at Waterford Schools, excelling in individualized instruction and effective communication. Skilled in developing IEPs and implementing behavior management strategies, fostering positive relationships with students and parents. Recognized for enhancing student engagement and supporting diverse learning needs through creative teaching methods. Demonstrated record of success refocusing employee strengths to match company standards. Proactive, hardworking and dedicated to optimizing team performance. Well-organized and conscientious with excellent administrative, critical thinking and multitasking abilities. Energetic training and development professional versed in developing and implementing improved training programs to improve performance. Success driving participation by leveraging employee incentives, employing engaging training methods and implementing team-building activities to meet training needs. Bringing several years of industry expertise. Seasoned Manager with broad experience in both team leadership and project delivery. Possess strong strategic planning abilities, coupled with the capability to coordinate operational initiatives for maximum efficiency. Proven track record of driving process improvements, enhancing productivity, and implementing innovative solutions. Skilled in building strong relationships across all levels of an organization to achieve business goals.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Waterford Schools
Waterford
03.2023 - Current
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
  • Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
  • Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
  • Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
  • Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
  • Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
  • Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.

Food and Beverage Steward

Krogers Grocery Store
Clarkston
03.2020 - 03.2023
  • Managed customer complaints quickly and efficiently ensuring satisfaction at all times.
  • Monitored stock levels of all f beverage items to ensure adequate supply was available at all times.
  • Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
  • Implemented monthly planner changes.
  • Dealt with all vendors and controlled orders.

Clicklist Supervisor

Krogers Grocery Store
Clarkston
03.2020 - 03.2023
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • I made schedules for the department

Team Coordinator

Lakes Area Dodgers
Waterford
07.2014 - 03.2021
  • Organized and scheduled team meetings, conference calls and video conferences.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees joining the team.
  • Developed and implemented team-building activities to promote collaboration among team members.
  • Managed budgeting activities related to assigned projects, such as tracking expenses incurred by the group throughout its duration.
  • Compiled monthly status updates on ongoing projects to keep stakeholders informed about progress made by the teams involved.
  • Ordered all equipment, uniforms, booked tournaments, and hotels.

Manager

Culver's Resturant
Clarkston
02.2016 - 03.2020
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs.
  • Implemented process improvements, resultingin an increase in operational efficiency.

Corporate Trainer

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
Austin
05.1987 - 06.2005
  • Established clear expectations for employees prior to beginning any new program or process.
  • Monitored employee progress during training sessions to ensure understanding of material presented.
  • Built relationships with vendors in order to acquire necessary materials or services for trainings.
  • Provided individual coaching sessions for employees who needed additional support with their job duties.
  • Organized and facilitated team building activities to build a cohesive work environment.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to improve employee performance.
  • Assisted in developing budget plans for upcoming training courses and other related activities.
  • Increased productivity and profits by improving work retention rates and reducing time spent on problem-solving.
  • Trained new managers on store procedures, policies, and customer service, and taught time management.
  • Worked with the owners of the franchises to have a productive opening.
  • When I went into existing stores and flipped them into the new plateware, food, and standards.
  • I also bartended, served, cooked, and managed when I was not on the road.
  • I also did inventories, controlled food costs, and maintained our numbers.
  • I also made schedules for all of the staff and approved vacation times.

Education

GED -

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
03-1991

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI

Criminal Justice Associates - Criminal Justice

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH

Skills

  • Collaboration with educators
  • Effective communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Executive function support
  • Individualized instruction
  • Nonverbal communication
  • Parental interaction
  • Classwork oversight
  • Classroom management strategies
  • IEP compliance
  • Social development support
  • Special needs
  • Social skills training
  • Instructional support
  • Individualized education plans
  • Customer service
  • Employee training
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • [Equipment] operation
  • Communication
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team building
  • Organizational skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Task prioritization
  • Computer skills
  • Verbal communication

About me

  • I am hard working, dedicated ,level headed, great in stressful situations, I am all about team building, a good problem solver, love to learn new things and always give 110% every day at work.

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Waterford Schools
03.2023 - Current

Food and Beverage Steward

Krogers Grocery Store
03.2020 - 03.2023

Clicklist Supervisor

Krogers Grocery Store
03.2020 - 03.2023

Manager

Culver's Resturant
02.2016 - 03.2020

Team Coordinator

Lakes Area Dodgers
07.2014 - 03.2021

Corporate Trainer

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
05.1987 - 06.2005

GED -

University of Texas At Austin

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Oakland Community College

Criminal Justice Associates - Criminal Justice

Southern New Hampshire University

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