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Shelly Aldrich

Shelly Aldrich

Carmi,IL

Summary

  • Former Paraeducator with 20+ years of experience in diverse educational settings. Specialized in fostering inclusive learning environments. Ability to support student development through tailored instructional strategies and effective communication. Skilled in collaborating with educators and parents to enhance academic performance and social skills.
  • Organized Administrative Assistant experienced in assisting with daily office needs and managing general administrative activities. Expertise in mathematics and finance-related initiatives. Successful in coordinating and executing meetings, travel, and special events.
  • Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Assistant for CTE and Workforce Ed

Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg , IL
11.2024 - Current
  • build CPR classes in the J1 system for BLS/Heartsaver courses
  • order products on the AHA site for supplies needed for CPR classes
  • Process BLS/Heartsaver CPR/AED cards on the American Heart Association site.
  • Upload completed classes into the CPR drive.
  • Enter requisition requests into the Jenzabar (J1) system, including the BMO statements.
  • Transfer classes to new terms.
  • Print student transcripts upon request.
  • Submit payroll for adjunct personnel and one-day courses, including CPR, Food Handlers, CRJ, TRUK, and GED.
  • Prepare and maintain all course outlines on the computer, and maintain a file of current curriculum guides for vocational programs.
  • assisting with the processing and submission of institutional, state, and federal reports
  • receptionist for the Dean's office, managing the office, and performing a wide variety of clerical duties

Secretary

Southeastern Illinois College
Carmi, IL
05.2022 - 11.2025
  • Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
  • Provided administrative support to the Office Manager and other staff members.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
  • Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.

Classroom Paraeducator/Substitute Teacher

Carmi White County Schools
Carmi, IL
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Assisted with testing procedures by proctoring exams and providing accommodations as needed.
  • Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Attended IEP meetings as requested by teachers or administrators.
  • Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
  • Managed classroom technology and assisted students in using educational software.
  • Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
  • Provided assistance with daily living skills, such as dressing, grooming, eating, and toileting when necessary.
  • Supervised students during lunch, recess, and field trips.
  • Implemented behavior modification plans designed by school psychologists or other mental health professionals.
  • substitute in classrooms on an as needed basis

Special Education Paraprofessional/Behavioral Aide

Grayville Elementary School
Grayville, IL
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Working with physical therapists, speech therapists, and behavioral specialists to enact behavioral/physical aids to achieve set goals for their Individualized Education Plan standards.
  • Use certain help aides for motor and developmental delays to help students achieve certain milestones.
  • Providing individualized instruction based on IEP.
  • Helping students use electronics and other learning aides.
  • Early morning monitor during breakfast, and lunch monitor at lunch and recess.

Education

BBA - Accounting

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05-2026

Associate of Science - Middle School Education

West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KY
05-2005

High School Diploma -

Galesburg High School
Galesburg, IL
05-2002

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Payroll and budgeting
  • Business correspondence
  • Organization
  • Multi-tasking

Affiliations

  • former 4-H Cloverbud leader for White County.

Certification

  • License number 2361182 ELS (PARA) II issued 09/14/2016.
  • Short-Term Substitution Licensure Issued 08/13/2018.
  • -WGU Certificate: Strategic Thinking and Innovation
    -WGU Certificate: Accounting

Timeline

Administrative Assistant for CTE and Workforce Ed

Southeastern Illinois College
11.2024 - Current

Secretary

Southeastern Illinois College
05.2022 - 11.2025

Classroom Paraeducator/Substitute Teacher

Carmi White County Schools
08.2018 - 08.2020

Special Education Paraprofessional/Behavioral Aide

Grayville Elementary School
07.2017 - 07.2018

BBA - Accounting

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Middle School Education

West Kentucky Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Galesburg High School
Shelly Aldrich