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Pamela Scott

Jamestown

Summary

Dynamic Support Paraprofessional with a proven track record at Jamestown Public School District, adept at delivering individualized educational plans and fostering student engagement. Skilled in conflict resolution and first aid, I effectively enhanced classroom environments, ensuring student safety and promoting positive learning outcomes through tailored support and proactive strategies.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Support Paraprofessional

Jamestown Public School District
08.2024 - Current
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to staff.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.

Associate

Walmart
03.2013 - 08.2024
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Analyzed customer data to identify trends and anticipate customer needs.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.

Veterinarian Technician

Companion Animal Care Clinic
11.2011 - 07.2012
  • Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures by organizing operating room by preparing necessary tools and equipment.
  • Examined animal patients, asking pet owners appropriate questions regarding behavior, eating habits and sleeping.
  • Restrained animals of all sizes appropriately during veterinary examinations and when immunizations were given.
  • Comforted clients when pets were sick or dying and provided listening ear.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
  • Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.

Veterinary Technician

Lakeside Veterinary Clinic
07.2011 - 11.2011
  • Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
  • Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Performed testing and completed blood counts.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.

Veterinary Technician

Park Plaza Animal Clinic
02.2009 - 12.2010
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
  • Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
  • Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
  • Developed and facilitated community classes to provide information for pet owners while building hospital's reputation.
  • Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
  • Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
  • Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Navarro College
Corsicana, TX

High School Diploma -

Waxahachie High School
Waxahachie, TX
05-2005

Skills

  • Classroom support
  • Social support
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Individualized educational plans
  • Special education support
  • First aid and CPR trained
  • Deescalation
  • Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Support Paraprofessional

Jamestown Public School District
08.2024 - Current

Associate

Walmart
03.2013 - 08.2024

Veterinarian Technician

Companion Animal Care Clinic
11.2011 - 07.2012

Veterinary Technician

Lakeside Veterinary Clinic
07.2011 - 11.2011

Veterinary Technician

Park Plaza Animal Clinic
02.2009 - 12.2010

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Navarro College

High School Diploma -

Waxahachie High School

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