Uta Yearby
Hampton,VA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Adapted Education Paraprofessional
New Horizons Regional Education Center
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Supported student safety during arrival, assisted with classroom instruction and coordinated daily lunch and dismissal transitions.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Fulfillment Center Associate
Amazon
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
Veterans Service Representative /Financial Aid Advisor
Thomas Nelson Community College
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Processed VA educational benefit claims.
- Reviewed course schedules to ensure students were taking proper courses to receive aid/certification.
- Provided guidance to veteran students in course selection and tutoring/counseling services.
- Communicate complex explanations of VA regulations and process to parents and students.
- Provide available resources for veterans and spouses.
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
Veteran Affairs Work Study
Thomas Nelson Community College
08.2012 - 10.2015
- Developed detailed reports to track student progress and performance.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Processed student applications and other paperwork in timely manner.
Supervisor
United States Navy, USN
06.1992 - 06.2012
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Supervised and trained over 700 personnel in the proper requirements supporting ship yard work while maintaining cleanliness and upkeep of 9 Weapons Elevators and 54 associated weapons spaces.
- Managed and tracked Weapons Department Technical Information danger tag outs related to the magazine sprinkler system master, allowing for unlocking 30 days ahead of schedule.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Managed over 200 personnel in the daily maintenance and preservation of 2 Intermediate Maintenance Facilities worth over more than 26.5 million dollars.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Commercial Driving
Shippers' Choice CDL School
Newport News, VA04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VAAssociate of Science - High School Teaching
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA05.2015
Associates in Social Science - High School Teaching
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA05.2015
Skills
- Skill-Building Support
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Improvements
- Data Entry Software
- Classroom Management
- Social Integration
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Attention to Detail
- Proficient in Va-Once, EDOMA, and Peoplesoft
Timeline
Adapted Education Paraprofessional
New Horizons Regional Education Center
10.2018 - 06.2021
Fulfillment Center Associate
Amazon
09.2018 - 11.2020
Veterans Service Representative /Financial Aid Advisor
Thomas Nelson Community College
02.2016 - 02.2018
Veteran Affairs Work Study
Thomas Nelson Community College
08.2012 - 10.2015
Supervisor
United States Navy, USN
06.1992 - 06.2012
Certificate of Completion - Commercial Driving
Shippers' Choice CDL School
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - High School Teaching
Thomas Nelson Community College
Associates in Social Science - High School Teaching
Thomas Nelson Community College
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