Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Jennings County Schools
09.2023 - Current
In charge of running the Accommodation Center for Special Education students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504s.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Contributed to the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.
Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teachers.
Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Family Support Specialist
ASI-Community Wellness Group
02.2023 - 09.2023
Supervised visitations with parents and children
Provides transportation for children/families when necessary
Providing support to families and monitoring their progress toward goals
Maintaining detailed case management records of all contacts with families
Provides families with information regarding community service agencies
Acts as a liaison between the program, schools, parents, and community service agencies
Working daily with Microsoft programs for documentation and emailing
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs
Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans
Paraprofessional
Jennings County School Corp
12.2019 - 02.2023
Differentiated instruction to assist SPED students with their IEP goals
Integrated technology into the online learning-based classroom
Communicating with students to help them understand lessons
Assist teacher with daily lessons, activities, and paperwork
Working with students in the Title1 Program
Applied communication skills to set expectations and provide feedback for up to25 students
Communicated expectations with consistency in the curriculum to a classroom of up to20 students
Engaged in effective classroom management strategies to promote student learning in grades K-8
Monitor students in the hallways to ensure safety
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas
Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents
Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities
Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance
Customer Service
Casey's
06.2022 - 08.2022
Welcomed customers when they entered the store
Ensuring the store is clean and inviting
Putting stock away when the truck delivered
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns
Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales
Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift
Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue
Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases
Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts
Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silver Oaks Health Campus
01.2012 - 01.2014
I serve as an aide to the elderly, as well as the nurses that need assistance on a regular basis
I assist the elderly with their active daily living schedule, as well as assisting the nurses
I have many responsibilities at this position
Helping residents to get where they needed to be
Assisted nurses with daily work operations
Making sure residents were comfortable and all their needs were met
Record keeping per Indiana state requirements
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
Supported Living Assistant
ARCHER SERVICES
01.2008 - 01.2008
I was a care giver who assisted the mentally challenged
I helped and cared for the mentally challenged in their own homes
Taking the residents into the community
Meeting their individual needs
Being certain the residents are safe
Maintaining accurate records of therapeutic plans, medications, and end of shift communication administration
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions
Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm
Certified Nursing Assistant
JENNINGS HEALTHCARE CENTER
01.2005 - 01.2007
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
Client Service Worker
DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES INC
01.2004 - 01.2005
I assisted in the care of those mentally challenged
I helped and cared for those with mental disabilities in their homes
Assisted in taking residents into the community
Making sure all individual needs were met
Keeping them in safe environments
Maintaining accurate records of care plans, medications, and end of shift communication administration
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
Identified potential safety hazards through routine checks of supplies, equipment and environment
Developed strong connections with patients, family members and peers through effective listening and interpersonal skills
Education
High School Diploma -
JENNINGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
North Vernon, IN
01.2003
Skills
Experience Working With Students
Tutoring
Classroom Management
Additional Information
Dependable, flexible team-oriented individual with great people and communication skills
Quick learner, able to adapt to new situations in a professional manner
Detail-oriented in order to perform tasks and duties with accuracy and in a timely fashion
Proficient in Microsoft Word and partial experience in Excel operating system
Home Visits
Compassionate Care
Family and Patient Support
Effective communication
LANGUAGES
English: Native or Bilingual
German: Limited Working
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Jennings County Schools
09.2023 - Current
Family Support Specialist
ASI-Community Wellness Group
02.2023 - 09.2023
Customer Service
Casey's
06.2022 - 08.2022
Paraprofessional
Jennings County School Corp
12.2019 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silver Oaks Health Campus
01.2012 - 01.2014
Supported Living Assistant
ARCHER SERVICES
01.2008 - 01.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant
JENNINGS HEALTHCARE CENTER
01.2005 - 01.2007
Client Service Worker
DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES INC
01.2004 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
JENNINGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Similar Profiles
Leah McLeodLeah McLeod
Athletic Director at Jennings County SchoolsAthletic Director at Jennings County Schools