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Simone A. Simmons

Milwaukee,WI
Simone A. Simmons

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly organized professional with a strong work ethic. Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Effective communicator and skilled at multitasking in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. Thrives both independently and collaboratively in team settings. Demonstrated ability to handle various administrative tasks such as greeting visitors and answering phone calls, maintaining personnel files, and ensuring prompt completion of paperwork. Proactively takes on additional responsibilities as needed. Works seamlessly with team members, fostering clear communication and maintaining a high level of professionalism with tact and courtesy.

Overview

3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cesa1

Special Education Paraprofessional
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
  • Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions inside and outside the classroom.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
  • Maintained a positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Oversaw class of students in the absence of the instructor.
  • Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee

Youth Development Leader
01.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted in planning, organizing, and implementing activities for students each day, built positive relationships with parents and students, answered phones and took messages at the front desk, and assisted with dinner and field trips

Tutor Corps

Reading Tutor
08.2021 - 09.2022

Job overview


  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that empowered them to succeed.
  • Maintained detailed files and created charts to track student progress.
  • Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and preferences among students.
  • Evaluated student performance using formal assessments, guiding the development of effective tutoring strategies based on results.
  • Mentored and coached students with a focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
  • Lead social-emotional group sessions.
  • Structured activities for interactive learning, reading understanding, and fluency skills.

Education

Herzing University Brookfield
Milwaukee, WI

Associate of Science from Health And Human Services
01-2025

University Overview

G-Skin Beauty Institute
Chicago, IL

Esthetician
01.2021

University Overview

Dunbar
Chicago, IL

High School from General Studies
06-2011

University Overview

Skills

  • Teacher assistance
  • Classroom organization
  • Collaboration with teachers
  • Progress monitoring
  • Student Advocacy
  • Instructional support
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Student supervision
  • Conflict resolution
  • Behavioral plan management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Social skills training

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional
Cesa1
08.2023 - Current
Youth Development Leader
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee
01.2022 - Current
Reading Tutor
Tutor Corps
08.2021 - 09.2022
G-Skin Beauty Institute
Esthetician
Herzing University Brookfield
Associate of Science from Health And Human Services
Dunbar
High School from General Studies
Simone A. Simmons