Rebecca Forthun
Hettinger,ND
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Hettinger Public School
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in the classroom.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
Cashier
Central Dakota Frontier Co-Op
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Deli Worker
Kennedy's Fresh Foods
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
Teller
Dakota Western Bank
09.2010 - 12.2017
- Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Followed up on customer complaints and provided solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of bank products and services to provide appropriate recommendations to customers.
Education
Secondary English Education -
Dickinson State University
Dickinson, ND03.2024
Bachelors of Science in Writing - undefined
Dickinson State University
Dickinson, ND05.2009
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Trinity Bible College
Ellendale, ND12.2005
Skills
- IEP familiarity
- Multicultural Awareness
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Technology
- Small Group Instruction
References
- Kyle Geaumont, Head of High School Special Education, Hettinger High School, 701-928-1400
- Joey Erickson, 5th -8th grade ELA and Health teacher, Hettinger Public School, 701-206-0445
- April Tollefson, 5th grade teacher, Hettinger Public School, 701-595-9123
Additional Information
Assistant One Act Play Coach; Hettinger Public School ● Responsible for the selection of theatrical productions, including the careful consideration of plays, management of costume selection, scheduled and supervised rehearsals of eleven or more students, coordinating and supervising rehearsals for groups of eleven or more students, ensuring meticulous preparation for competitions, and timely registration processes.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Hettinger Public School
08.2022 - Current
Cashier
Central Dakota Frontier Co-Op
05.2018 - 06.2022
Deli Worker
Kennedy's Fresh Foods
12.2017 - 05.2018
Teller
Dakota Western Bank
09.2010 - 12.2017
Secondary English Education -
Dickinson State University
Bachelors of Science in Writing - undefined
Dickinson State University
undefined
Trinity Bible College
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