Motivated Paraprofessional with solid 10-year track record of managing diverse children in classroom settings. Well-versed in lesson plan assistance, recordkeeping and teacher assistance. Dedicated to helping students learn and grow.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Windmill Springs Elementary
San Jose, CA
RSP Paraeducator
01.2014 - Current
Job overview
Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
Instructed students in basic academic skills such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
Supervised and monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, school yards, and other areas.
Encouraged positive behavior among students through reinforcement of expectations established by the school district or classroom teacher.
Assisted teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
Attended professional development workshops related to working with special needs children.
Implemented strategies designed to help increase independence among special needs students when completing assignments or activities independently.
Provided instruction to individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by a teacher.
Collaborated with teachers to develop modifications to lesson plans based on the individual needs of each student.
Target
San Jose, CA
Guest Advocate
10.2020 - 05.2023
Job overview
Assisted with returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policy.
Greeted customers and provided assistance to ensure a positive shopping experience.
Performed cashier duties such as processing payments, returns, and exchanges accurately.
Verified age requirements for purchases of restricted items including tobacco, alcohol, lottery tickets.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with customers and coworkers.
Operated equipment such as scanners and scales to process transactions accurately.
Ensured proper compliance with safety regulations.
Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
Invited guests to join loyalty programs and special promotions to stay connected.
Greeted walk-in and phone guests, determining interests and needs.
Arranged special accommodations for guests to enhance visitor experiences.