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Kristen R. Terrell

Republic,MO

Summary

Experienced professional with a background in special education support and the financial industry. Strong computer skills, exceptional multitasking abilities, and a proven track record of efficiently managing high workloads. Effective communicator and adept problem solver, ready to bring value to any employer.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Republic School District
08.2022 - Current
  • Supported classroom teacher in implementing educational programs and instructional strategies.
  • Assisted in developing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to support academic growth and engagement.
  • Conducted assessments to identify student strengths and areas needing improvement.
  • Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to promote positive classroom environments and student behavior.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students and faculty members.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Assisted in administration of standardized tests, facilitating smooth testing process.
  • Participated in professional development workshops, continuously improving teaching skills.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Utilized technology in classroom to enhance learning experiences.
  • Assisted in creating lesson plans that accommodated various learning styles, promoting inclusivity.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with students and staff, enhancing school community.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student progress, aiding in adjustment of teaching strategies.

Long Term Sub (Paraprofessional)-Republic School District

Penmac
09.2021 - 05.2022

Office Administrator

Jeremiah Mee CPA & Advisors
01.2012 - 05.2021
  • Customer Service
  • Accounts Receivables
  • Accounts Payables
  • Assistant to Firm owner
  • Monthly Statements to clients
  • Internal bank reconciliations and financial reports
  • Daily bank deposits
  • Tax software
  • QuickBooks
  • Decision making for the most efficient office operations and procedures
  • Multiple phone lines
  • Collections
  • Client correspondence such as letters and emails
  • Handle all HR duties, including but not limited to hiring staff, benefits, performance reviews, disciplinary action and scheduling
  • Payroll processing for both the firm and business clients
  • Monthly and weekly bookkeeping for clients
  • Handle client complaints & issues
  • Pick-up appointment with clients to review their completed return
  • Assemble all tax returns
  • Assign all projects to designated staff

Corporate Assistant - Store Ops/Admin

O’Reilly Auto Parts
11.2009 - 08.2011
  • Process all DM (District Manager), RM (Regional Manager) and DVP (District Vice-President) expense reports
  • Monthly reports
  • Customer Service

Assistant Store Manager

Macadoodles, Joplin, MO
10.2008 - 04.2009
  • Handled all HR issues, including but not limited to hiring, scheduling, work comp claims, evaluations, benefits
  • Determined margins on merchandise in store
  • Set pricing for merchandise
  • Developed strategic plans to allow the store to be competitive in the local market
  • Customer Service
  • Processed and balanced daily cash and sale reports

Collection Department

Southwest Missouri Bank, Joplin, MO
10.2007 - 08.2008
  • High level of investigative & research skills (locating customers & collateral)
  • Constructed “work out” deals with customers to prevent a negative situation
  • Detail oriented
  • Knowledge of collection laws & regulations
  • Dealt with lender’s high-risk loan portfolio & had past due month end totals down to the lowest they had been in 18 months
  • Worked first hand with repo agencies, attorneys, & title companies
  • Worked with several bankruptcy files
  • Handled SBA claims
  • Property & collateral value assessments
  • Showed foreclosure property to potential buyers
  • Handled all credit card accounts with the bank
  • Strong telephone skills
  • Prepared month end reports
  • Provided new ideas on making the collection department more efficient

Part Time Teller, Full Time Teller, Loan Assistant/Sec. for President, Commercial Loan Officer

Southwest Community Bank, Ozark, MO
03.1999 - 05.2007
  • Averaged 200 teller transactions a day
  • Handled large cash transaction daily
  • Balanced teller drawer daily
  • Process all documents for any loan type
  • Maintained and balanced several internal accounts
  • Managed 17M loan portfolio
  • Strong collection skills
  • Problem solving and work out plans for loans
  • Specialized in construction lending and investment property
  • Strong customer relationships
  • Marketing plans for loan products
  • Management of loan department personnel
  • Prepared several monthly reports for Board meetings
  • Property inspections
  • Exceeded monthly production goals

Education

High School -

Ozark High School
Ozark, MO
05.1999

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

OTC
Springfield, MO

MBA - classes

Missouri Bankers Association

classes

AIB

Skills

  • Google Docs/Drive
  • Microsoft Office
  • Quiken
  • Quick Books
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • ARTA Lending (Banker Systems)
  • Thomson Reuters

Accomplishments


  • RepMo Hero nominee for the 22-23 and 24-25 school year.

Certification

  • Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education Substitute Certification of License to Teach

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Republic School District
08.2022 - Current

Long Term Sub (Paraprofessional)-Republic School District

Penmac
09.2021 - 05.2022

Office Administrator

Jeremiah Mee CPA & Advisors
01.2012 - 05.2021

Corporate Assistant - Store Ops/Admin

O’Reilly Auto Parts
11.2009 - 08.2011

Assistant Store Manager

Macadoodles, Joplin, MO
10.2008 - 04.2009

Collection Department

Southwest Missouri Bank, Joplin, MO
10.2007 - 08.2008

Part Time Teller, Full Time Teller, Loan Assistant/Sec. for President, Commercial Loan Officer

Southwest Community Bank, Ozark, MO
03.1999 - 05.2007

High School -

Ozark High School

Missouri State University

OTC

MBA - classes

Missouri Bankers Association

classes

AIB

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