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Holly St John

Blue Springs

Summary

Skilled educator with proven experience in special education. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in individualized instruction, behavior management, and communication. Reliable, empathetic, and resourceful in providing support to students and colleagues.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Aramark
12.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.

Paraeducator, Special Education

Blue Springs R-IV School District
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
  • Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities focused on new strategies for supporting special education learners successfully in the classroom.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
  • Served as a liaison between regular classroom teachers and special education support staff, streamlining communication regarding student accommodations.
  • Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
  • Implemented research-based interventions to address academic challenges faced by special education students.

Independent Legal Representation

Self
02.2014 - Current

Successfully represented self in Family Law, achieving resulting in my favor 90% of the time.
• Drafted legal documents including motions, responses, and exhibits; filed paperwork in compliance with court procedures.
• Conducted extensive legal research sitting in on court hearings, getting help from the family law facilitators, and utilizing the advice from my previous attorneys.
• Prepared oral arguments, cross-examined witnesses, and adhered to courtroom decorum and procedural rules.
• Gained hands-on experience navigating state court processes and understanding legal strategy and case law application.

  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing documents and responding to documents.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while responding to multiple different response filed by respondent.

Office Manager

Moyer Chiropractic
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2019

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Small group instruction
  • Relationship building
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Data management
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Office administration
  • Document drafting
  • Document preparation
  • Calendar management
  • Research and data collection
  • Legal writing

Timeline

Server

Aramark
12.2023 - Current

Paraeducator, Special Education

Blue Springs R-IV School District
06.2023 - Current

Office Manager

Moyer Chiropractic
06.2021 - 06.2023

Independent Legal Representation

Self
02.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Holly St John