Cassandra Riggs
Palmer,AK
Summary
Driven Paraeducator from Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District, adept in special education and emotional support, enhanced student self-advocacy and learning outcomes. I am excelled in collaboration, significantly improving classroom management and student progress tracking. I also demonstrated exceptional instructional adaptation, ensuring accessibility and positive behavioral changes. I am a organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position of Customer Service. Ready to help team achieve goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
Fabulous Cleaning Services LLC
Self-employeed
10.2019 - Current
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration strategies.
- Managed a high volume of customer inquiries, demonstrating excellent problem-solving skills to resolve concerns quickly.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective scheduling, prioritization of tasks, and delegation of responsibilities among team members.
- Delivered outstanding customer support by providing prompt, courteous assistance during all interactions with clients.
- Enhanced cleanliness for Clients by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, or requests from clients in a timely and satisfactory manner.
Personal Care Aide
Shine Bright Care LLC
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for increased comfort and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing health risks and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks for improved self-esteem and dignity preservation.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prescott High School
Prescott, AZ05.2005
Skills
- Classroom support
- Emotional Support
- Special Education Knowledge
- Data Collection
- Social Skills Development
- Collaboration Abilities
- Instructional Adaptation
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
10.2021 - Current
Fabulous Cleaning Services LLC
Self-employeed
10.2019 - Current
Personal Care Aide
Shine Bright Care LLC
07.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Prescott High School
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