William Gilpin
Humble,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Skilled Education Support Specialist with experience in providing vital assistance to teachers and students across various educational settings. Strengths include exceptional communication skills, problem-solving capabilities, and an ability to adapt to individual student needs. Previous roles have resulted in enhanced classroom efficiency, improved student engagement, and support for teachers' instructional strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support Specialist
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
Minot, ND
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted in implementing behavioral management strategies across various settings.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices in education support.
- Maintained accurate records of student interventions and progress updates.
- Intervened with disruptive behavior in classrooms when necessary according to established protocols.
- Provided guidance and assistance to students, staff, and parents regarding educational policies and procedures.
Paraprofessional
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
Minot , ND
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted students with daily academic tasks and personalized learning strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop engaging lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students' emotional and behavioral needs through one-on-one mentoring.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning experiences.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive classroom interactions.
Residential Supervisor
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
Minot , ND
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Supervised daily operations of residential programs and ensured safety protocols.
- Coordinated staff schedules and managed shift assignments for optimal coverage.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on policies and procedures.
- Monitored resident behavior and provided support to resolve conflicts effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
Lead Residential Staff
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
Minot, ND
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in daily operations supporting youth programs and activities.
- Mentored new staff on best practices for working with at-risk youth.
- Collaborated with staff teams to achieve work goals and adhere to deadlines.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Coordinated employee schedules and maintained accurate timekeeping records.
Residential Treatment Specialist
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
Minot, North Dakota
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in the development of individualized goals and objectives for each resident.
- Provided guidance and support to residents throughout the duration of the residential treatment program.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities such as art therapy and recreational activities.
- Attended weekly staff meetings to discuss client progress and plan interventions if necessary.
- Created an environment conducive to healing by promoting positive relationships between staff members and clients.
Laborer/Farm hand
Strata Corporation/Braun Electric
Minot, ND
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Dug trenches, ditches, and holes to allow for utility, water, and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.
Cable Harness Technician
Northrop Grumman
New Town, ND
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Manufacture cable / harness products
- Reads and interprets Work Instructions, schematics, wire lists, and drawings
- Ensures quality of the hardware is maintained and company procedures are followed
- Ensures work is done with completeness, accuracy, adherence to operation sheets, ISO procedures, schedules, and assign tasks
- Provides regular communication to shop leads and Work Center management on status and technical issues.
Lead Production Operator
Nu-Tek Food Science
Fargo, ND
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Keep work areas clean, neat, and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety
- Record data available through the use of recording charts, annunciator systems, and other monitoring devices by standard operating procedures
- Monitor material flow or instruments such as temperature and pressure gauges to verify optimal processing conditions
- Pour specified amounts of refined materials into equipment for further processing
- Collect readings every hour on status, temperature, flow rate, and other points for documentation
- Turn valves and move controls to admit, drain, and separate materials.
- Operated forklift by company standards for the completion of specific related projects.
Relief Operator/Bulk Receiver
Cass Clay Creamery
Fargo, ND
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Keep work areas clean, neat, and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety
- Record data available through the use of recording charts, annunciator systems, and other monitoring devices by standard operating procedures
- Monitor material flow or instruments such as temperature and pressure gauges to verify optimal processing conditions
- Pour specified amounts of refined materials into equipment for further processing
- Collect readings every hour on status, temperature, flow rate, and other points for documentation
- Turn valves and move controls to admit, drain, and separate materials.
- Operated forklift by company standards for the completion of specific related projects.
Filter Operator
TekMinndak Farmers Cooperative
Wahpeton, ND
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Keep work areas clean, neat, and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety
- Record data available through the use of recording charts, annunciator systems, and other monitoring devices by standard operating procedures
- Monitor material flow or instruments such as temperature and pressure gauges to verify optimal processing conditions
- Pour specified amounts of refined materials into equipment for further processing
- Collect readings every hour on status, temperature, flow rate, and other points for documentation
- Turn valves and move controls to admit, drain, and separate materials.
- Operated forklift by company standards for the completion of specific related projects.
Leasing Consultant
NLR Property Management
Wahpeton, ND
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided tours of property and amenities to prospective tenants and offered valuable information regarding major features.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintenance, and administration of various properties.
- Promoted the property to businesses in the local area through marketing collateral, phone calls, and email messages.
- Implemented marketing initiatives, including online advertising to generate interest from individuals and businesses.
- Promoted a high level of customer service and assistance by greeting clients, responding to concerns, showing units, and quickly resolving issues.
Insurance Sales Agent
State Farm
Wahpeton, ND
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Responded to inquiries and explained product features and service advantages to potential customers.
- Increased sales through a consultative sales approach and focused relationship-building with new and existing policyholders.
- Rewrote and reinstated insurance policies, following underwriting and business rules.
- Pursued continued professional development through insurance workshops, courses, and webinars.
- Calculated premiums and established payment methods, received customer payments and issued receipts.
Direct Support Professional
Red River Human Services
Wahpeton, ND
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
Direct Support Professional
Synstelien
Fergus Falls, MN
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
Medical Assistant
Thumb Butte Medical Center
Prescott, Arizona
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
Education
Certificate - Substitute Teaching
Frontline Education
Online03-2025
GED -
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND12-2020
Skills
- Behavior management
- Student intervention
- Record keeping
- Staff training
- Educational policy guidance
- Classroom collaboration
- Progress monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Team coordination
- Problem solving
- Special education
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Crisis management
Timeline
Education Support Specialist
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
03.2025 - 03.2026
Paraprofessional
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
09.2024 - 03.2025
Residential Supervisor
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
08.2024 - 09.2024
Lead Residential Staff
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
06.2024 - 08.2024
Residential Treatment Specialist
Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch
01.2024 - 06.2024
Laborer/Farm hand
Strata Corporation/Braun Electric
06.2023 - 01.2024
Cable Harness Technician
Northrop Grumman
11.2022 - 06.2023
Lead Production Operator
Nu-Tek Food Science
02.2022 - 09.2022
Relief Operator/Bulk Receiver
Cass Clay Creamery
08.2021 - 02.2022
Filter Operator
TekMinndak Farmers Cooperative
09.2020 - 07.2021
Leasing Consultant
NLR Property Management
01.2020 - 08.2020
Insurance Sales Agent
State Farm
03.2019 - 12.2019
Direct Support Professional
Red River Human Services
03.2019 - 07.2019
Direct Support Professional
Synstelien
09.2018 - 01.2019
Medical Assistant
Thumb Butte Medical Center
04.2017 - 06.2017
GED -
North Dakota State College of Science
Certificate - Substitute Teaching
Frontline Education