Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Patricia Henson

Patricia Henson

Crandall,TX

Summary

Emerging Student Teacher with good multitasking skills and strong devotion to student success. Knowledgeable about diverse instructional strategies and technology integration options to enhance classroom environments. Trained in lesson planning, assessments and tutoring. Driven Student Teacher currently completing Bachelor’s degree and looking to use classroom management and teaching abilities. Offers skills in communication, planning and student engagement. Learns new procedures quickly, is flexible and adaptable.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Apprentice Teacher

Crandall Isd
Crandall, TX
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans to meet the individual needs of learners and provide a stimulating learning environment.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and achievement levels.
  • Provided guidance and support to students through one-on-one meetings and group activities.
  • Organized field trips to enhance classroom instruction, promote cultural awareness, and encourage team building.

Apprentice Teacher

Crandall Isd
Crandall, TX
07.2021 - Current
  • Texas Reading Academies 2023- current
  • Graduating in May 2024 with Bachelors in Organizational Leadership

Bookkeeper

Barton Group Sonic
Mesquite, TX
06.2018 - 07.2021
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Performed month-end closing activities.
  • Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
  • Managed payroll processing for staff members.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies.
  • Developed internal control procedures to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
  • Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Analyzed financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and techniques to improve profitability.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts on a regular basis.
  • Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Participated in special projects related to process improvements within the department.
  • Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Maintained full compliance when executing and tracking bank reconciliations, A/P, invoicing, billing and collections.
  • Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations, managed field audits and reviewed accounting records for accuracy.
  • Helped businesses keep finances in order by managing accounting ledgers and recording journal entries.
  • Documented transaction details to track and manage financial data.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.

Office Assistant

Mesquite ISD
Mesquite, TX
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
  • Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
  • Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
  • Assisted with special projects as needed by researching information on the internet or through other sources.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.
  • Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
  • Answered phone calls and welcomed visitors to office.
  • Greeted visitors or callers to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
  • Maintained business records by updating customer information.
  • Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, managed correspondence, answered telephone calls and tracked documentation.
  • Checked office supply levels, anticipated needs and placed orders for appropriate stock levels.
  • Collected and coded various documents to prepare for filing, storage and processing.
  • Conducted office inventory checks and requested restock of supplies.
  • Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
  • Proofread and corrected correspondence and reports for error-free documentation.
  • Answered telephones, directed calls and took messages.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Mesquite ISD
Mesquite, TX
08.2010 - 07.2017
  • Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX
05-2024

Science of Teaching Reading

Crandall ISD
Crandall, TX
05-2024

Associate of Arts - Education

Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX
03-2018

Skills

  • Lesson Plan Creation
  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Student Needs Assessment
  • Student Counseling

Certification

  • Non violent crisis Intervention trained 2014-2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Apprentice Teacher

Crandall Isd
07.2021 - Current

Apprentice Teacher

Crandall Isd
07.2021 - Current

Bookkeeper

Barton Group Sonic
06.2018 - 07.2021

Office Assistant

Mesquite ISD
08.2017 - 06.2018

Special Education Paraprofessional

Mesquite ISD
08.2010 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Texas A&M University - Commerce

Science of Teaching Reading

Crandall ISD

Associate of Arts - Education

Trinity Valley Community College
Patricia Henson