Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Sophia Ewing

Hannah Marie Brown Elementary
Henderson,NV
3
Certifications
4
years of professional experience
Freelancer creating custom character designs, full-length scenery, and commissioned artwork for buyers through a highly rated shop. Delivers more than 360 finished pieces while keeping customer updates, approval cycles, and delivery timing on schedule. Uses Acrylic painting, watercolors, inkwork, and Adobe Photoshop to support both hand-drawn and digital requests with consistent client communication.

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

2 Years 9 Months
Hannah Marie Brown Elementary | 01.2024 - Current
  • Reinforced classroom expectations and positive behavior strategies during lessons, transitions, and small-group activities.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students needing extra support with assignments, directions, and classroom participation.
  • Communicated student needs and progress to teachers to support consistent instruction and daily follow-through.
  • Maintained a calm learning environment by using de-escalation techniques and sensory regulation support when needed.
  • Assisted students with visual schedules, transitions, and classroom organization to improve daily routine consistency.
  • Observed student behavior and noted patterns to help staff adjust support strategies throughout the day.
  • Supported communication with families by sharing routine updates and classroom concerns in a professional manner.
  • Supervised students during classroom activities, recess transitions, and other school-day routines to promote safety.
  • Reinforced individualized support plans by following teacher guidance and adapting assistance to changing student needs.
  • Prepared classroom materials and learning spaces before instruction to keep activities organized and accessible.
  • Supported assistive technology use by helping students access devices and follow classroom directions.
  • Helped maintain orderly materials and supplies so teachers could focus on instruction and student support.
  • Responded to classroom incidents by following staff direction, documenting concerns, and supporting follow-up actions.

Freelance Artist

2 Years 2 Months
Self Employed | 04.2023 - 06.2025
  • Create and deliver over 360 individual art pieces across character designs and scenery.
  • Handle 5+ customer approvals weekly by sending updates and revising artwork for buyers.
  • Maintain an Etsy shop with clear listings, responsive messaging, and timely order coordination.
  • Translate client ideas into custom illustrations that balance color theory, inkwork, and composition.
  • Use customer service to manage expectations and resolve revision requests professionally.

Sales Associate

4 Months
At Your Service Pet Supplies and Grooming | 01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Provided pet nutrition and product guidance to 100 customers per day, tailoring recommendations to shopper needs and budgets.
  • Maintained a clean, organized sales area through daily restocking, general housekeeping, and store readiness tasks.
  • Created meal plans for customers based on animal health needs, product options, and budget considerations.

Kennel Technician

7 Months
Sunridge Animal Hospital | 06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Processed 10-15 animal care tasks per shift while maintaining clean, organized kennel areas.
  • Completed [number]% of scheduled feeding and monitoring routines per day for boarding animals.
  • Cleaned kennels, cages, and common areas to support a safe and sanitary environment.
  • Observed animals for changes in behavior, appetite, and comfort during routine care checks.
  • Prepared feeding areas and followed care instructions for dogs and cats boarding at the hospital.
  • Assisted veterinary staff with handling and restraint during routine kennel and treatment activities.
  • Reported concerns about appetite, stress, or unusual behavior to appropriate staff promptly.
  • Restocked cleaning supplies, food, and kennel materials to keep daily operations running smoothly.
  • Supported bathing and basic grooming tasks when animals required additional comfort or cleanliness.
  • Maintained accurate care notes and daily records for boarding and hospital animals.
  • Answered basic client questions about kennel routines, feeding schedules, and pickup procedures.
  • Used calm handling techniques to help reduce stress during movement between kennel areas.
  • Kept work areas orderly by organizing supplies, cleaning tools, and animal belongings.
  • Followed daily care instructions carefully to support consistent routines for each boarding animal.
  • Coordinated with staff to keep kennel traffic organized during feeding, cleaning, and pickup times.

Courtesy Clerk

2 Months
Smith’s Food and Drug | 06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted roughly 400 customers per day with requests and product information in a fast-paced retail setting.
  • Maintained store cleanliness by mopping and cleaning aisles twice per shift.
  • Bagged merchandise at checkout and loaded groceries into customer vehicles with care.
  • Provided polite, reliable assistance to shoppers needing directions, product details, or quick help.
  • Kept aisles neat and customer-ready by cleaning up spills and supporting general store upkeep.

Student Desk Attendant

4 Months
Residential Life, Housing & Food Services | 01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Distributed 4-5 packages per day to residents and tracked deliveries for front desk accountability.
  • Logged key activity accurately and maintained secure access records for residents and authorized visitors.
  • Relayed emergency communications promptly and followed front desk procedures during urgent situations.
  • Filed maintenance reports clearly and followed up on resident concerns to support timely issue resolution.

Education

High School Diploma

American Heritage Academy | Henderson, NV | 05-2022

Skills

Customer service
Sales
Customer communication
Complaint resolution
Upselling
Inventory control
Merchandise restocking
Store housekeeping
Product information
Pet nutrition
Animal health knowledge
Pet sitting
Animal restraint
Kennel sanitation
Animal handling
Pet feeding
Animal monitoring
Pet behavior observation
Grooming assistance
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Front desk operations
Record keeping
Cash handling
Merchandising displays
Shelf organization
Order fulfillment
Point of sale systems
Telephone etiquette
Behavior support
Classroom assistance
Individualized support
Special education support
Sensory regulation support
De-escalation techniques
Positive reinforcement
Instructional support
Progress monitoring
Behavior documentation
Communication with teachers
Family communication
Safety supervision
Assistive technology support
Visual schedule implementation
Cage cleaning
Incident reporting

Certification

First Aid Certification

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Hannah Marie Brown Elementary
01.2024 - CurrentRead More

Sales Associate

At Your Service Pet Supplies and Grooming
01.2024 - 05.2024Read More

Kennel Technician

Sunridge Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 01.2024Read More

Courtesy Clerk

Smith’s Food and Drug
06.2023 - 08.2023Read More

Freelance Artist

Self Employed
04.2023 - 06.2025Read More

Student Desk Attendant

Residential Life, Housing & Food Services
01.2023 - 05.2023Read More

American Heritage Academy

High School Diploma
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Sophia Ewing