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Paula Lerma

Paragould,AR
Paula Lerma

Summary

Developed skills in collaborative and educational environment, focusing on supporting student learning and engagement. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication abilities, with keen understanding of how to create inclusive and supportive spaces. Looking to transition to new field, applying these transferable skills to foster growth and success in dynamic setting.

Overview

27
years of professional experience

Work History

Greene County Tech High School

Paraprofessional
02.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Performed diverse tasks for teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
  • Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.

Swirlz

Owner's Assistant
01.2013 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • Organized personal and professional calendars to streamline office communications, scheduling and initiatives.
  • Verified operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and calling for repairs.
  • Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.

Coy & Co, PLLC

Accounting Bookkeeper
01.1998 - 02.2000

Job overview

  • Prepared weekly payroll for team of salaried and hourly employees using Quickbooks.
  • Collected detailed information and required paperwork from clients to complete tax returns.

Education

Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR

Bachelor of Tourism Studies from Natural Resources
05-2026

University Overview

Transfer Level 2 Scholarship Recipient

Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, Arkansas

Associate of General Studies
12-2024

University Overview

Piggott High School
Piggott, AR

High School Diploma
05.1993

University Overview

Skills

  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Growth mindset
  • Science education
  • Teacher Support
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Paraprofessional
Greene County Tech High School
02.2019 - Current
Owner's Assistant
Swirlz
01.2013 - 05.2019
Accounting Bookkeeper
Coy & Co, PLLC
01.1998 - 02.2000
Arkansas Tech University
Bachelor of Tourism Studies from Natural Resources
Black River Technical College
Associate of General Studies
Piggott High School
High School Diploma
Paula Lerma