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Jessica Claire
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Certifications
  • State of Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate- Cognitive Impairment (SA) CI
  • MTTC Cognitive Impairment Teacher Certification- February 2021
  • MTTC Basic Skills Teacher Certification- July 2013
  • CPI Blue Card , Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training program - August 2018
  • Heartsaver for K-12 Schools, CPR AED certification including child, adult, and infant, American Heart Association - June 2020
  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED (American Red Cross)- June 2021
Education
Bachelor of Science: Special Education- CI, K-12,Elementary Endorsement, Expected in 04/2021
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Eastern Michigan University - Ypsilanti, MI,
GPA:

MTTC- Cognitive Impairment Teacher Certification (056)-Passed

MTTC- Basic Skills Test-Passed

High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/2009
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Howell Public Schools - Howell, MI,
GPA:
Professional Summary
  • Perceptive Educator of students with special educational needs, mainly those with cognitive impairments or ASD. Proven leader at effectively guiding classroom activities, tutoring and evaluating tests and assignments. Skillful in promoting student engagement through fun teaching methods, individualized attention and upbeat attitude.
  • Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offering proven skills developed over 13 years of related experience. Proficient in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for cognitively impaired students.
  • Educational professional accomplished in organizing teacher curricula, assisting with lessons and collaborating with other professionals to provide highest level of education for each student.
  • Motivational and encouraging attitude which supports students' self-empowerment. Driven to provide academic and emotional guidance for cognitively impaired students or those on the spectrum.
  • Effective Paraprofessional Educator with strong history of faculty collaboration and IEP management demonstrated across 5 years in similar roles. Highly skilled in managing diverse learning modalities and providing classroom support.
  • Punctual Educator focused on fostering environment conducive to student learning. Polished in supporting classroom management and learner engagement goals. Familiar with child development and behavioral principles paired with 5 years of experience assisting teachers in developing lesson plans and activities.
Accomplishments
  • Certificate of Excellence- Service Person of the Year, Howell Public School District, February 2019- (Runner Up)
  • Tutored students (special needs and general education) before and after school.
  • Certificate of Excellence "Service Person of the Year", one of three nominees (runner up) during my time spent working as a paraprofessional at Three Fires Elementary (Howell Public School District)
  • Successfully helped students with extreme behavioral challenges become included within general education environments after many previous years of failure.
  • Developed Behavior Plans and modifications/accomodations for multiple students which were then approved and implemented by school officials.
  • Supervised a kitchen of 30+ employees while opening new restaurant within the Detroit Airport.
  • Completed CPI training.
  • Completed American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED program. (Heartsaver K-12 Schools)
  • Volunteered at multiple schools over many years assisting students from low-income families who are in need of tutoring or support.
  • Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.
  • Awarded multiple bonuses for punctuality and outstanding attendance.
  • Documented and resolved behavioral challenges which led to success in the classroom for numerous students.
  • Collaborated and led elopement plans with a team of multiple staff members to ensure the safety of our students who were at high risk and a strong history of fleeing.
  • Employee of the month (4 times within one year) at the former retirement facility I was employed by.
Skills
  • Student Needs Support
  • Progress Reporting
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Behavior Modification
  • Individual Instruction
  • Special Education
  • Lesson Planning
  • Tutoring
  • Emotional Support
  • Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Student Inclusion
  • Evidence-Based Programs
  • IEP Involvement
  • Autism Spectrum Knowledge
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator, 12/2019 - 08/2020
Columbus Hospitality Sanibel, FL,
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized small group assistance.
  • Performed special tasks such as behavioral crisis management with effective redirection to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Used behavior modeling with specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and documented coordination to maintain and adjust methods to continue providing a positive learning environment.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Met twice weekly with other staff members and family advocates in order to share and collaborate ideas and recent events.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
  • Managed extreme behavioral situations in an appropriate and effective manner to ensure the student(s) maintained safety of themselves and others.
  • Communicated with parents daily to address questions, concerns, or requests in regards to their children.
Paraprofessional Educator, 08/2018 - 04/2019
Silverado Senior Living Glendale, WI,
  • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
  • Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to 9 by implementing lesson teachings and creating individualized activities per students' needs.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Performed special tasks such as actively participating within IEP meetings as well as monthly special education team meetings to help students learn and grow through collaboration.
  • Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
  • Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
Kitchen Supervisor, 03/2019 - 07/2019
DTW-Margaritiville City, STATE,
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned all equipment after every shift.
  • Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
  • Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
  • Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
  • Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
  • Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
  • Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and increase efficiency in different areas.
Cook, 05/2016 - 06/2018
Independence Village Senior Living Community City, STATE,
  • Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
  • Inspected kitchen equipment and appliances to verify proper working order, including commercial fryers, steamers, ovens and ranges.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
  • Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
  • Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
  • Communicated closely with senior residents of establishment to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.

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School Attended

  • Eastern Michigan University
  • Howell Public Schools

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