Karen Ellis
Fulton County Government
Smyrna,MI
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in criminal information systems and special education support. Known for excellent time management and conflict resolution skills, enhancing team dynamics and fostering positive outcomes in diverse settings.
Work History
Criminal Information Systems Tech
8 Years 11 Months- Demonstrated initiative in completing tasks independently.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities in busy settings.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new computer platforms.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed such as administrative front desk duties
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all hit confirmation tasks within 10 minutes
- Worked flexible hours evening shift across weekend and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions with all agencies served
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Special Education Paraprofessional
14 Years 1 Month- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Monitored 10-12 student progress and documented behavioral observations for educational assessments.
- Facilitated small groups of 5 activities to enhance peer interactions and Academic engagement.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of Instructor.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefited all students involved.
- Assisted in the organization of monthly field trips and extracurricular events that offered valuable real-world experiences for special education students, fostering skill-building opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
Education
Attended - Business Administration/Early Childhood Education
Skills
Technical Skills
Security Awareness
Analytical skills
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Time management
Organizational skills
Multitasking
Excellent communication
Criminal Justice Knowledge
Stress Tolerance
Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members as Team Lead in absence of Shift Supervisor
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved monthly goals by completing stats with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achievement of Certificate for maintaining 5 plus years of employment with Fulton County Police Department
- Nominated Paraprofessional of the Year
Certification
- GCIC Certification (Georgia Crime Information Center)
- National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
- Security Awareness Certification
- Terminal Agency Coordinator (TAC) for Fulton County Police Department
- Paraprofessional Certification with Cobb County Schools
Timeline
Criminal Information Systems Tech
Fulton County Government
09.2017 - CurrentRead More
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cobb County School System
08.2003 - 09.2017Read More
University of Tennessee
Attended from Business Administration/Early Childhood Education
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