Paris Powell
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Compassionate, dependable, and versatile professional with experience supporting students in special education settings and caring for children in a structured learning environment. Experienced in providing one-on-one student support, maintaining safe and positive environments, following individualized directions, and working collaboratively with school staff. Also brings experience in fast-paced warehouse and customer service environments. A quick learner who is patient, adaptable, dependable, and open to learning new responsibilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Support Professional
Memorial Middle School
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
10.2025 - 03.2026
- • Provided one-on-one support to a student receiving special education services.
- • Facilitated a safe, respectful, and supportive environment to enhance student well-being throughout the school day.
- • Guided the student in staying focused and engaging meaningfully in school activities.
- • Built a positive and trusting relationship with the student while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
- • Responded calmly and patiently to changing student needs and situations.
- • Worked as part of a team to help support the student's educational and daily needs.
- • Ensured the protection of student information by adhering to confidentiality protocols. and handled student information professionally.
- Collaborated with staff to develop educational materials and resources for lessons.
- Tracked student progress and communicated observations to teachers to inform instructional strategies.
- Provided counseling services for students who were struggling academically or socially.
- Supported teachers, administrators, and school personnel to maintain a safe learning environment.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center
Sioux Falls, SD
11.2023 - 06.2025
- • Worked efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment while following safety and productivity expectations.
- • Followed detailed procedures and instructions to complete assigned tasks accurately.
- • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting deadlines and supporting colleagues.
- • Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- • Adapted quickly to changing assignments and priorities.
- • Learned new processes quickly and adjusted to different responsibilities as needed.
Child Care Provider
Discovery Learning Center
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Planned and implemented age-appropriate educational programs for various developmental stages.
- Supervised children in daily activities and ensured a safe environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents to discuss child progress and concerns.
Education
GED- in Progress
Sioux Falls, South Dakota09-2026
Skills
- Special education support
- Classroom management
- Behavior intervention strategies
- Lesson planning
- Child development principles
- Educational program planning
- Communication techniques
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Reinforcing learning concepts
- Active listening
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Safety compliance
- Health and safety regulations
- Safety protocols
- Material handling
- Equipment operation
- Loading and unloading
- Quality assurance
- Deadline adherence
- Cost reduction
- Classroom preparation
- Self motivation
- Learning styles
- Hazardous materials handling
Timeline
Educational Support Professional
Memorial Middle School
10.2025 - 03.2026
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center
11.2023 - 06.2025
Child Care Provider
Discovery Learning Center
01.2021 - 05.2024
GED- in Progress