Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Receptionist
Wendy Young

Wendy Young

Steele

Summary


Professional paraprofessional with solid foundation in educational support and classroom management. Experience in aiding teachers with instructional tasks and maintaining positive learning atmosphere. Reliable team player focused on adapting to changing needs and achieving results through effective communication and collaboration.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Oneonta City Schools
12.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Cashier

Odenville Drugs
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.

Preschool Teacher

Encounter Preschool
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
  • Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
  • Nurtured creativity in students by incorporating arts and crafts into curriculum, showcasing their talents.

Preschool Teacher

Palmerdale Christian Preschool
04.2012 - 12.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
  • Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.

Front Office/Receptionist

Bonham Plumbing
01.2000 - 01.2012
  • Reduced wait times for callers, promptly answering phone lines and directing calls as needed.
  • Maintained clean reception area to promote positive, professional environment for clients.
  • Ensured a welcoming atmosphere for guests with efficient check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members for smooth workflow, supporting colleagues during peak hours or absences.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Increased efficiency through proficient use of office software, including word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  • Handled payments efficiently using company''s billing software which contributed to improved financial record keeping.

Education

High School Diploma -

Erwin High School
Center Point, Al
05-1991

Skills

  • Helping students with special needs When working in preschools, I also helped with the special needs children that enrolled
  • I have always been told I have a calm and patient demeanor

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Oneonta City Schools
12.2022 - Current

Cashier

Odenville Drugs
03.2022 - 11.2022

Preschool Teacher

Encounter Preschool
01.2019 - 02.2022

Preschool Teacher

Palmerdale Christian Preschool
04.2012 - 12.2019

Front Office/Receptionist

Bonham Plumbing
01.2000 - 01.2012

High School Diploma -

Erwin High School

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