Paula King
Centre,AL
Summary
Compassionate Special Needs Paraprofessional provides individualized support to students with special needs. Experienced in creating and implementing learning plans and providing one-on-one support in classroom. Engaging personality offers strong task prioritization and time management skills.
Knowledgeable in lesson planning and individualized learning strategies. Looking to bring further success to a school district through behavior management and student engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Berry College Elementary and Middle School
2019.04 - Current
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms, vacuuming floors, and restocking bathroom items.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
Lunchroom Assistant Manager
Cedartown Middle School
2002.08 - 2019.05
- Consistently followed sanitation guidelines for optimal health code compliance in the lunchroom area.
- Supported cafeteria team by performing additional tasks such as dishwashing or food prep when necessary.
- Ensured student safety with vigilant allergen awareness and appropriate food handling practices.
- Contributed to the development of monthly menus, considering student preferences and nutritional requirements.
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Ordering and tracking office inventory.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring ample stock levels for daily meal preparation and service.
- Trained new lunchroom assistants on protocols, procedures, and best practices for efficient operation.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on industry standards and best practices in school nutrition services.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper payment for school lunches.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Polk School District
2001.08 - 2002.05
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campbell High School
Fairburn, GA06.1982
Skills
- Teamwork
- Housekeeping
- Cleaning and organizing abilities
- Customer Service
- Health and safety compliance
- Hospitality background
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Prioritizing
- Team Support and Collaboration
- Work Planning and Organization
- Room Maintenance Scheduling
- Meeting Room Preparation
When I am not spending time with my grandchildren, I enjoy cooking.
When I am not spending time with my grandchildren, I enjoy cooking.
Spending time with my family and cooking.
When I am not spending time with my children and grandchildren I thoroughly enjoy cooking.
Timeline
Housekeeper
Berry College Elementary and Middle School
2019.04 - Current
Lunchroom Assistant Manager
Cedartown Middle School
2002.08 - 2019.05
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Polk School District
2001.08 - 2002.05
High School Diploma -
Campbell High School
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