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PHOTORAPHER
Professional Summary

Dedicated education Paraprofessional, with many years of Special Education experience, helping students achieve education goals and benchmarks. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives. Hardworking team-player with expertise completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision.

Skills
  • Student records management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Compassion
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Data management
  • Clerical
  • Child development
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Creative
  • Team player
Work History
04/2011 to Currentphotorapher Company Name | City, State
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches.
  • Archived photographs on computers and servers.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
  • Planned and prepared for all on-location and studio shoots.
  • Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
08/1999 to 07/2008Special Education Teacher's AssistantCompany Name | City, State
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Played essential role in delivering individualized services and supporting instruction.
  • Oversaw class of 30 students when instructor was out of room.
  • Helped special education teachers determine specific needs for individuals with exceptional needs.
  • Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
  • Worked cooperatively with students of various culturally diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
  • Set up and created visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Increased proficiencies by attending professional developmental workshops on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and set up meetings.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Communicated with students, teachers, staff and parents to main effective relationships for student and program growth.
  • Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Administered tests to class and graded papers.
  • Implemented lessons initiated by teacher or related services personnel.
  • Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment that was integral to students' needs.
  • Accompanied students to restroom, on field trips, to cafeteria and to playground.
  • Maintained student-centered, supportive environment in delivering learning experiences.
  • Delivered individual services and instruction support to students and coworkers.
  • Assisted in instructional processes by communicating perceptions of student progress and needs to teacher.
  • Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Maintained annual certification in First Aid, CPR, and CPI.
  • Took additional classes to best support students on caseload, including but not limited to ASL.
03/1996 to 08/1999Childcare Lead TeacherCompany Name | City, State
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 3 to 5 years old.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
Education
Paraprofessional Certification (WorkKeys) | ParaprofessionalMcHenry County College, City, State
No Degree | Education & Child DevelopmentWilliam Rainey Harper College, City, State
  • Coursework in Child Development, Child Physiology and American Sign Language, as well as basic course.
05/1997High School DiplomaLake Zurich High School, City
Affiliations
  • Lions Club
  • Girl Scouts
  • MCCD Fundraising
Certifications
  • Educational Paraprofessional, WorkKeys - 2006
  • CPI Certification (annual)
Additional Information

Volunteer Activities include:

  • Room Parent
  • Girl Scout Leader 2009-2016
  • Church Facebook Page & Registrations/ The Chapel
  • Fundraising for MCCD/ Horse therapy for special needs children
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School Attended

  • McHenry County College
  • William Rainey Harper College
  • Lake Zurich High School

Job Titles Held:

  • photorapher
  • Special Education Teacher's Assistant
  • Childcare Lead Teacher

Degrees

  • Paraprofessional Certification (WorkKeys) | Paraprofessional
    No Degree | Education & Child Development
    05/1997 High School Diploma