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Valisha Fortner

Monroe,LA

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

PrimeTime Headstart
Monroe, LA
08.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.

Direct Service Worker

Inspirational Care LLC
Monroe, LA
04.2018 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Director

Open Arms ACEC
Monroe, LA
06.2010 - 07.2019
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to strategically affect operational direction.
  • Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wossman High School
Monroe, LA
12.2007

Skills

  • Computer Proficiency
  • Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
  • Filing and Classroom Organization
  • Clerical Support
  • Social Skills Assessment
  • Technical and Computer Proficiency

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

PrimeTime Headstart
08.2019 - Current

Direct Service Worker

Inspirational Care LLC
04.2018 - Current

Director

Open Arms ACEC
06.2010 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Wossman High School
Valisha Fortner