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Shebon Clarke

Irvington,New Jersey

Summary

Dedicated, creative, and caring Paraprofessional that can work efficiently with students of diverse backgrounds, special learning and physical needs, and changeable abilities. Comprehensive knowledge of managing classroom instructional equipment, standard office tools, and maintaining curriculum schedule. Practical projects and teamwork experiences have revealed exceptional strengths in critical problem solving, analysis, project leadership. Outstanding ability to motivate, communicate with people at all levels and establish confidence and trusting relationships. Experienced Paraprofessional and eager to help students excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with diverse needs to facilitate best possible educational environment.

Work History

Paraprofessional Aide

ESS, Maplewood/South Orange
South Orange , NJ
2012.09 - Current
  • Ensure health and safety standards by performing housekeeping duties; arranging classroom and preparing materials to influence a positive learning environment, assisting teachers with lesson plans and weekly classroom activities, supervising students, and providing students with nurturing, fun, and positive environment.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.
  • Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
  • Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.

Customer Relations Associate

Gymboree
Short Hills , NJ
2002.01 - 2016.05
  • Maintained steady clientele to exceed sales objectives; readily assumed increasing responsibility by supervising large quantities of shipments and inventory; assisted management with store operations including scheduling and payroll; demonstrated flexibility by floating to various Janie and Jack locations
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies, and services.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices, and upcoming company changes.
  • Provided information regarding charge accounts and loyalty programs.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.

Paraprofessional

Irvington Board Of Education
Irvington , NJ
2008.09 - 2010.06
  • Assisted preschool students with learning curiosity corner curriculum; documented each child’s daily development in preparation for reports; input daily attendance using PowerSchool
  • Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support the lead teacher.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas to help display weekly themes.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.

After School Teacher

Chancellor Avenue School
Irvington , NJ
2007.01 - 2008.06
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Conflict mediator between various ages; actively involved and interacted with students using age-appropriate activities; tutored students on developing positive social skills; influenced children to develop strong bonds and allowed them to make choices which aided in their development.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote a healthy, safe environment.
  • Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.

Education

No Degree - Family and Child Studies/Early and Middle Childhood

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ

Associate - Applied Science, Office Administration, Legal

Gibbs College
2002

Skills

  • Maintaining Work Areas
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Creating Safe Learning Environment
  • Small Group and Individual Assistance
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Reading and Writing Support
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Classroom Support
  • Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention

Timeline

Paraprofessional Aide

ESS, Maplewood/South Orange
2012.09 - Current

Paraprofessional

Irvington Board Of Education
2008.09 - 2010.06

After School Teacher

Chancellor Avenue School
2007.01 - 2008.06

Customer Relations Associate

Gymboree
2002.01 - 2016.05

No Degree - Family and Child Studies/Early and Middle Childhood

Montclair State University

Associate - Applied Science, Office Administration, Legal

Gibbs College

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