Sessceal Reynolds
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Ashland,OR
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Clerk
Ashland School District
Ashland , OR
2022.07 - Current
- Scheduled meetings between teachers, parents, school psychologists, and other specialists to discuss student progress and revise IEPs as necessary.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained filing system and organized documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to special education students, helping them build essential skills and achieve individual goals.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
Attendance Secretary
Ashland School District
Ashland , OR
2020.01 - 2022.07
- Contributed to positive school atmosphere by greeting students, staff, and visitors professionally and courteously each day.
- Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures.
- Reviewed absences and tardy reports for each class period as reported by teachers.
- Handled parent calls requesting student early dismissal for approved reasons and facilitated release of students from class.
- Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors and parents.
- Documented attendance of each student daily.
- Enhanced communication between administration, teachers, and parents by promptly notifying them of student absences or issues.
- Aided in upholding district policies on attendance while ensuring adherence to state regulations regarding compulsory education laws.
- Answered phone calls and messages from parents concerning attendance.
- Promoted safe learning environment by verifying visitor credentials before granting access to campus facilities.
- Expedited resolution of discrepancies in attendance records through thorough investigation and prompt follow-up actions.
Sales Associate
Earth Friendly Kids Children's Consignment Store
Ashland , Oregon
2016.11 - 2019.01
- Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining high level of customer satisfaction.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Enhanced team productivity by fostering positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Waitress
Waffle House
Valdosta , GA
2012.11 - 2016.07
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff.
- Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring positive guest experience.
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Contributed to restaurant's positive reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service and building rapport with regular patrons.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations by maintaining cleanliness of work areas, utensils, and equipment.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Reduced wait times for seating by efficiently clearing tables immediately after guests'' departure.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at end of shifts.
- Trained new servers on restaurant policies and procedures.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Health Educator
Department Of Health
Valdosta , GA
2015.05 - 2015.12
- Improved community health awareness by developing and implementing engaging educational programs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design and deliver health education services to clients.
- Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs.
- Conducted health education surveys to assess health needs and risk factors within communities.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with local organizations to organize health fairs, workshops, and presentations, raising public awareness on various health topics.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
Medical Assistant
Southern OB / GYN Associates
Valdosta , GA
2001.03 - 2010.01
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Maintained safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries and sterilizing instruments.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR 2022.09 - 2024.03
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 2010.01 - 2015.05
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta, GA 1999.09 - 2001.03
Skills
Strategic Planning
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Associate of Applied Science - Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Chemeketa Community College
2022.09 - 2024.03
Special Education Clerk
Ashland School District
2022.07 - Current
Attendance Secretary
Ashland School District
2020.01 - 2022.07
Sales Associate
Earth Friendly Kids Children's Consignment Store
2016.11 - 2019.01
Health Educator
Department Of Health
2015.05 - 2015.12
Waitress
Waffle House
2012.11 - 2016.07
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Valdosta State University
2010.01 - 2015.05
Medical Assistant
Southern OB / GYN Associates
2001.03 - 2010.01
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
1999.09 - 2001.03
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