MS Office/Google Office
Elizabeth Long
Doyline
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Elm Grove Middle School
08.2021 - Current
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising students
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Worked in the front office answering the phone and handling student and parent walk-ins.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
Lead Preschool Teacher
American Child Preschool
05.2017 - 08.2021
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted and supervised 25 children through entire school day.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Prepared pre-class materials.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Loan Officer
Paycheck Loans
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials.
- Assisted customers in understanding loan terms and conditions to make informed decisions.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through high levels of customer service.
- Assisted customers with completing loan applications and other paperwork.
- Approved loan applications based on customer creditworthiness and provided detailed financial advice.
- Processed loan applications.
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Evaluated loan requests and documents to verify accuracy and completeness.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA12-2015
High School Diploma -
Parkway High School
Bossier City, LA05-2009
Skills
- IEP compliance,
- Classroom support, Reading support, Documentation, Educational assistance, Differentiated instruction
- Preparing instructional materials, Activity oversight, Creating visual displays, Activity implementation
- Student supervision, Physical assistance
- Schedule management
- First aid and CPR certified
- Child development, Social development and integration, Group and individual instruction
- Organization and prioritization
- Relationship building
- Test proctoring, Lesson planning
- Technology-based strategies, Classroom technology
- Student accommodation
- Behavior improvements
- Calm and patient demeanor, Friendly and outgoing, Conflict resolution techniques, Patient
- Computer skills, Clerical support, Data collection
- Disability awareness
Certification
- CPR/FIrst Aid and AED Certified Training - 05/2024-05/2026
Software
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Elm Grove Middle School
08.2021 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
American Child Preschool
05.2017 - 08.2021
Loan Officer
Paycheck Loans
05.2015 - 07.2016
- CPR/FIrst Aid and AED Certified Training - 05/2024-05/2026
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Bossier Parish Community College
High School Diploma -
Parkway High School
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