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Rebecca Forthun

Rebecca Forthun

Hettinger,ND

Summary

Demonstrate ability as a Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.

Overview

15
15
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 the 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.

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.

Education

Secondary English Education -

Dickinson State University
05.2025

Bachelors of Science in Writing - undefined

Dickinson State University
05.2009

Associate of General Studies -

Trinity Bible College
12.2005

Skills

  • IEP familiarity
  • Multicultural Awareness
  • Preparing Instructional Materials
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Technology
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Strong online research skills

Additional Information

One Act Play Coach; Hettinger Public School

Assistant Coach: Fall 2022

Head Coach: Fall 2023 - Current

● Responsible for the selection of theatrical productions, including the careful consideration of plays, management of costume selection, scheduled and supervised rehearsals, coordinating and supervising rehearsals, ensuring meticulous preparation for competitions, and timely registration processes.

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, 2nd grade teacher, Hettinger Public School, 701-595-9123

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

Associate of General Studies -

Trinity Bible College

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