Vanessa Showaker
Oakley,CA
Summary
Self-starter proudly promotes positive educational environments. Offers strong background working with special needs students. Attentive to details and thorough in helping students complete assignments. Dedicated professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for professionals. Upbeat individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Knightsen Elementary School District
Brentwood, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
Baker
Monica's Bakery
Antioch, CA
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Knightsen Elementary School District
Brentwood, CA
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and social workers to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
Education
Certificate - Baking And Pastry
California Culinary Academy
San Francisco, CA03-2007
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
Oakley, CA06-2004
Skills
- File Management
- Meeting Support
- Policy Enforcement
- Maintaining records
- Administrative Support
- Guest Relations
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Initiative and Self-Motivation
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Knightsen Elementary School District
01.2024 - Current
Baker
Monica's Bakery
06.2022 - 08.2023
Paraeducator, Special Education
Knightsen Elementary School District
01.2018 - 08.2021
Certificate - Baking And Pastry
California Culinary Academy
High School Diploma -
Freedom High School
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