Jessica Swindle
Eminence
Summary
Paraprofessional with extensive experience at Eminence R-1 School District, specializing in behavior management and instructional design. Expertise in building strong relationships and collaborating with special education teams to improve student outcomes. Successfully executed targeted interventions that enhanced student engagement and academic performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Eminence R-1 School District
Eminence
08.2023 - Current
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Conducted reading and math interventions under the supervision of a certified teacher.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
- Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
- Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
Art Department
Byrne Enterprises
Eminence
02.2017 - 09.2025
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
- Verify that all supplies needed are available prior to beginning production.
- Follow established procedures for handling hazardous chemicals safely.
- Adjust machine settings to regulate speed, pressure, temperature, and coating thickness of ink.
- Maintain accurate records of production activities and inventory levels.
- Clean screens between runs using solvents and degreasers.
- Set up, maintain, and operate screen printing machines to print designs or logos on fabric.
General Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Doniphan
02.2013 - 05.2016
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Maximized time and employee productivity, consolidating data, payroll and accounting programs into centralized systems.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
Police Officer
Van Buren Police Department
Van Buren
06.2012 - 02.2013
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
Education
POST Certification
Missouri Sheriff's Association Training Academy
Poplar Bluff, MO05-2012
Criminal Justice
Three Rivers College
Poplar Bluff, MOSkills
- Instructional design and assessment
- Behavior management strategies
- Classroom organization techniques
- Relationship building skills
- Collaboration in special education
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Relationship building
- Reading and writing support
- Physical assistance
- Life skills training
- Student behavior and progress reporting
- Supervising student activities
- Friendly and outgoing
- Strong work ethic and dependable
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Eminence R-1 School District
08.2023 - Current
Art Department
Byrne Enterprises
02.2017 - 09.2025
General Manager
SUBWAY®Restaurants
02.2013 - 05.2016
Police Officer
Van Buren Police Department
06.2012 - 02.2013
POST Certification
Missouri Sheriff's Association Training Academy
Criminal Justice
Three Rivers College
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