Whitney Colin
Butler,MO
Summary
Skilled team player with strong background in educational and customer support environments. Seeks out opportunities to go beyond basics, improve processes, and increase customer satisfaction. Works well independently to handle assignments and always ready to go beyond basic assignments. Serves customers effectively while paying attention to detail. Quick learner with good computer skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Adrian R-3 School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Paraprofessional
Midway R-1 School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student safety during school outings, ensuring secure learning environment.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.
- Fostered positive learning environment, managing classroom behavior effectively.
- Improved classroom management with development of behavior modification plans.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Receptionist
Cass County Psyhology
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Handled all of the medical records, incoming and outgoing.
- Insurance verification and denials.
Paraprofessional
Miami R-1 School District
02.2015 - 05.2022
- 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.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Utilized technology in classroom to enhance learning experiences.
Cashier/ Assistant Manager
Family Center Farm and Home
06.2011 - 02.2015
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the cashier counter.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing product loss due to expiration or damage.
- Improved overall store cleanliness and presentation, resulting in a more welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
- Monitored sales transactions for accuracy, upholding company policies regarding discounts, returns, and exchanges.
- Assisted customers with special requests or needs, demonstrating empathy and genuine concern for their experience.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through strong teamwork and proactive communication with colleagues.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving complaints promptly, fostering loyalty among patrons.
- Assisted with counting drawers, making deposits and running reports.
Education
No Degree - Education
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO05-2026
High School Diploma -
Adrian R-3 School District
Adrian, MO05-2011
Skills
- Organization skills
- Time management
- Telephone skills
- Data entry
- Customer/Client relations
- Verbal and written communication
- Scheduling
- Calendar management
- Team Player
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Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Adrian R-3 School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional
Midway R-1 School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Receptionist
Cass County Psyhology
05.2022 - 08.2022
Paraprofessional
Miami R-1 School District
02.2015 - 05.2022
Cashier/ Assistant Manager
Family Center Farm and Home
06.2011 - 02.2015
No Degree - Education
Central Methodist University
High School Diploma -
Adrian R-3 School District
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