Ruby Shaffer
Carl Junction
Summary
Proactive Special Education Paraprofessional skilled at working with diverse special education students. Successful at supporting children's unique needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carl Junction Schools
Carl Junction
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Supported students during classroom activities and transitions.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to provide a positive environment.
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom for all students.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in special education practices.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with educational staff to adapt materials for different learning needs.
Server
Lucky J Steakhouse & Arena
Carthage
11.2019 - Current
- Provid customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Work with team members to ensure timely food and beverage delivery.
- Handled customer complaints professionally to help guest satisfaction.
- Assisted with training new servers on menu items and service.
- Took orders accurately and communicated special requests to the kitchen staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas throughout service shifts.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carthage R9 School District
Carthage
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse students.
- Supported students during classroom activities and transitions to help engagement.
- Collaborated with educational staff to adapt materials for different learning
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment for all students.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in special education practices.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to provide a positive environment.
Secretary
Neosho School District
Neosho
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed daily office operations for efficient workflow at a local school district.
- Coordinated scheduling for staff meetings and events within the education community.
- Assisted in maintaining student records and ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
Education
McDonald County High School
Anderson, MOSkills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management strategies
- Classroom organization
- One-on-one instruction
- Student support techniques
- Record management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Student supervision
- Toileting assistance
- Activity management
- Mobility assistance
- Autism support
- Life skills development
- Heavy lifting
- Feeding assistance
- Collaboration with teachers
- Safety protocol adherence
- Special needs
Certification
- CPI Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carl Junction Schools
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Carthage R9 School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
Server
Lucky J Steakhouse & Arena
11.2019 - Current
Secretary
Neosho School District
08.2013 - 06.2017
McDonald County High School