Raven Purdy
Wichita
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NAF Employee
McConnell Air Force Base Child Development Center
Wichita
10.2024 - Current
- Make sure children are fed, get plenty of rest during nap time, and change infants and toddlers
- Keep children safe at all times and interact with them throughout the day
- Aid teachers when planning lessons and children's needs
Second Grade Teacher
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
Wichita
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Plan lessons (ELA, Math, Writing, Science, Social Studies, and SEL)
- Teach Word Recognition, Language Composition, and Math
- Assess students consistently as they learn new skills
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Encouraged students to set individual goals and strive for academic excellence.
- Promoted good communication between home and school by sending weekly newsletters home with updates on class events.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum projects.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
Paraprofessional
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
Wichita
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Assist with one-on-one students in their academics
- Aid teachers when daily with lesson plans and student needs
- Help 10+ students classwork
- Managed classroom technology and assisted students in using educational software.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.
- Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Child Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS05-2022
Skills
- Clerical task proficiency
- Data management
- Data entry
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
- Effective communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Project management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Training & Development
- Supervision and leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Fast learner
Accomplishments
- Managed to keep a 4.0 as a college student who was working full-time while pregnant.
- Stayed on Deans list every semester since 2021.
- First generation to graduate with a bachelors.
Certification
- Certified in CPR and AED (12/2024)
- Teaching License (6/2023-6/2025)
Timeline
NAF Employee
McConnell Air Force Base Child Development Center
10.2024 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
08.2023 - 05.2024
Paraprofessional
Wichita Public Schools USD 259
10.2021 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Child Psychology
Capella University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Wichita State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Butler Community College
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