Stacy Russell
Pryor,OK
Summary
Experienced Paraprofessional eager to help students excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with diverse needs to facilitate best possible educational environment.
Friendly and outgoing Para focused on comprehensive, life-based approaches to education. Energetic problem solver, skill-builder and conflict resolver.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Reliable employee seeking Paraprofessional position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Administrator
Wickliffe Public School
Salina, OK
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed daily school activities, overseeing scheduling, staffing, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- Served as liaison between parents and students.
- Streamlined school operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and procedures.
- Met with parents of prospective students to discuss student needs and school offerings.
- Answered all calls
- Made scheduling for students as well as the staff.
Paraprofessional
Locust Grove Public Schools
Locust Grove, OK
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
Cook/Server
Old School BBQ
Inola , OK
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
- Moved and set up seating, prepared extra silverware, prior to arrival of large groups.
- Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Noted special patron requests and followed up with kitchen to confirm delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pryor High School
Pryor, OKPhlebotomy -
Northeast Technology Center - Pryor
Pryor, OKSkills
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Effective Communication
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Computer Skills
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Reading and Writing Support
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Organization and Prioritization
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Individual Student Assistance
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Student Health and Safety
- Creating Visual Displays
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- First Aid
- Games and Manipulatives
- Google Classroom
- Instructing Small Groups
- Lessons and Activities
- No Child Left Behind Requirement
- State Certification and Accreditation
- Educational Settings
- State CDE Approved Paraprofessional
- Paperwork and Reporting
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Communication Disorders
- Positive Learning Environment
- Classroom Support
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Google Meet
- Early Childhood Training
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Instructional Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Classdojo Software Experience
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Seesaw
- Classdojo
- Educational Assistance
- Student Information Systems
- Multicultural Awareness
- Study Skills Development
- Google Apps for Education
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Classroom Management
- Facilitating Online Learning
Timeline
School Administrator
Wickliffe Public School
08.2023 - 11.2024
Paraprofessional
Locust Grove Public Schools
07.2021 - 05.2022
Cook/Server
Old School BBQ
01.2017 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Pryor High School
Phlebotomy -
Northeast Technology Center - Pryor