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Rachel Giddens

Poulan

Summary

Proven Paraprofessional with a track record of enhancing student support and classroom management at ESS. Skilled in behavior management and effective communication, demonstrated through improved student engagement and safety. Excelled in providing compassionate care as a CNA, ensuring patient dignity while maintaining confidentiality. Achieved notable improvements in customer relationships and financial accuracy as a Sales Associate at ACS.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

ESS
08.2021 - 04.2024
  • 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.

Sales Associate, Accounting

ACS
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.

CNA

Pine Shadows
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Worth County High School
Sylvester, GA
05.2008

Skills

  • Behavior Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Helping Students with Special Needs

Timeline

Paraprofessional

ESS
08.2021 - 04.2024

Sales Associate, Accounting

ACS
04.2021 - 08.2022

CNA

Pine Shadows
06.2016 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Worth County High School
Rachel Giddens