Paul Quimby
Checotah,OK
Summary
Seasoned professional with a proven track record at Checotah Public Schools, adept in educational assistance and effective communication. Excelled in enhancing student learning and safety, achieving significant behavior improvements. Skilled in crisis management and special education support, consistently fostering positive relationships and environments for diverse student needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Checotah Public Schools
Checotah, OK
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Supported English Language Learners in acquiring language skills and understanding content.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Bus Driver
Checotah Public Schools
Checotah, OK
08.2022 - Current
- Reported any mechanical or operational issues to maintenance staff promptly.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive passenger experiences.
- Kept vehicles in good working order by maintaining fluid levels and reporting major mechanical problems.
- Maintained vehicle safety by monitoring, instructing and correcting passengers.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations such as accidents or medical emergencies.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
Sales Manager
AutoZone
Eufaula, OK
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
- Executed strategic sales plans to expand customer base and revenue.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
Bus Driver
Checotah Public Schools
Checotah, OK
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Performed routine bus maintenance and cleaning for ideal condition.
- Safely and patiently escorted small children across roads.
- Assisted passengers in evacuation of bus in case of emergency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2022
Skills
- Arts and crafts
- Documentation
- Reading support
- Social support
- Educational assistance
- IEP compliance
- Classroom support
- Helping students with special needs
- Special education support
- Instructional support
- Behavior improvements
- Crisis management
- Physical assistance
- Student supervision
- Equipment monitoring
- Behavior management
- Strong safety history
- Great attitude
- Confidentiality
- Passenger management
- Punctuality
- Effective communication skills
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
- Certification in Decision Making and problem Solving IS-00241.e
- Hazard Mitigation IS-00393.b
- National Response Framework IS-00800.e
- Incident Command System IS-00100.e
- Active Shooter IS-00907
- Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations IS-00102.e
- Effective Communication IS-00242.e
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Checotah Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Bus Driver
Checotah Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Sales Manager
AutoZone
02.2022 - 07.2022
Bus Driver
Checotah Public Schools
08.2018 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Grand Canyon University
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