Caring Special Education Paraprofessional with proven success in student instruction and support. Helps students thrive by encouraging self-esteem and skill-building. Focused on continuous improvement and dedicated to student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cultivation Technician
CODES
07.2024 - Current
Operated cultivation equipment to ensure optimal plant growth and health.
Monitored environmental conditions, adjusting parameters to maintain ideal growing environments.
Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize crop damage and enhance yield quality.
Conducted regular plant inspections, identifying pests and diseases for timely intervention.
Trained new staff on cultivation best practices and safety protocols to enhance team efficiency.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow processes and improve operational efficiency.
Participated in ongoing training to expand knowledge base on cannabis strains, genetics, breeding programs, and overall product quality standards.
Assisted in inventory management tasks to ensure accurate tracking of plants from seedling stage to final product packaging.
Maintained a clean and organized grow facility, reducing the risk of contamination or pest-related issues.
Enhanced plant growth by implementing advanced cultivation techniques and closely monitoring environmental conditions.
Supported cross-functional teams with timely communication regarding changes or potential concerns related to cultivation operations.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Sikeston Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Aided students and staff members with using computer and educational programs.
Organized classroom spaces for lessons, activities and student exploration time.
Supported students with emotional and behavioral concerns to help develop effective social skills.
Offered advanced support to students in both classroom and outside environments to encourage full participation in activities.
Assisted certified staff in devising strategies for reinforcing learning materials and developing student skills.
Worked with students in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Accompanied teacher on class trips to assist with supervising behavior and safety issues.
Accounting Assistant
ServiceMaster
02.2021 - 09.2021
Researched payment issues and outstanding checks.
Followed up with vendors, managers and other employees to resolve open issues and discrepancies.
Coded and processed accurate invoices to obtain timely payments.
Maintained vendor and contractor records and kept proper W9 documentation on file.
Assembled and reviewed vendor invoices, purchase orders, receiving documents and other information for payment.
Coded and entered invoice data to accurately track invoice status and payments rendered.
Reviewed customer billing questions and coordinated required documentation to resolve issues.
Prepared supporting documentation for payments and submitted to senior staff for review.
Calculated and reported sales tax based on paid invoices.
Accounting Assistant
Magnitude 7 Metals
01.2017 - 02.2019
Researched payment issues and outstanding checks.
Followed up with vendors, managers and other employees to resolve open issues and discrepancies.
Coded and processed accurate invoices to obtain timely payments.
Maintained vendor and contractor records and kept proper W9 documentation on file.
Calculated and totaled unpaid invoices and updated receivables log by resolving authorized deductions and entering adjusting entries.
Worked in close collaboration with cross-functional teams to initiate cash collection efforts and accounts reconciliation.
Maintained billing files, payments received and pending payment files.