PATRICIA BROWN
*** *********** **. ***. *** Hinesville GA. 31313
912-***-**** email: *************@*****.***
Objective
To merge my enthusiasm, compassionate nature and aptitude for learning and teaching with children to help them in the development of their specialized skills and talents.
Summary of Qualifications
* Energetic team player, able to communicate effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds
* Work collaboratively to resolve problems and motivate other team members to achieve personal and organizational objectives.
* Dedicated and focused: able to prioritize and complete multiple tasks and follow through to achieve project goals.
* Cooperative toward fellow employees and to work responsibilities assigned.
* Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Power-point, Excel, and Internet / 35 – 40 WPM
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
Professional Experience
Liberty County Board of Education Aug. 2015 - Present
Paraprofessional Aug. 2006 – Aug. 2009
Aids(ed) teacher in providing instructional support for classroom
Instructs(ed) children under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers
Works(ed) with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning of material/skills introduced by the teacher
Guides(ed) independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by teacher
Participates(ed) in in-service training as assigned
Assists(ed) with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, field trips.
St. Joseph/Candler Health System
Unit Clerk/Monitor Tech April 2010 – November 2016
Served as first point of contact for patients and families visiting floor ensuring that their needs are met
Demonstrates proficiencies in telephone and front desk reception within a high volume environment
Provided administrative support to all staff
Transcribed and posts physicians and nurse orders
Facilitated communication between staff, families, and/or visitor
Monitored, interpreted, and recorded EKG strips
Maintained an organized work environment
Scheduled appointments
Prepared and collected necessary documentation, answer questions, explain information, take orders and
address complaints
Liberty County Board of Education
Substitute Teacher Aug. 2009 – March 2010
Worked with staff members to form a positive and supportive team atmosphere
Implemented lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner, which motivates students to learn and participate.
Assisted with large group activities as drill work, reading aloud, and story telling
Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Created and maintains a climate of respect and fairness for all students.
Performed other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies.
H & R Block
Client Management/Receptionist January 2006 – April 2011
(Annual Seasonal Position)
Greeted visitors, ascertained their needs, and assisted with their problems
Created highly effective organizational filing systems
Coordinated and set up appointments for tax professionals and upper management
Displayed effective communication skills in answering a high volume of telephone inquiries
Assisted in maintaining financial records such as, but not limited to, payments and daily deposits
Assisted in office duties such as utilizing PC’s, Copiers, and fax machines
Education
Lamar County High School August 1995 – May 1999
Coastal Pines Technical College September 2016 - Present
Certificates/Diploma
Paraprofessional Certified in state of Georgia
EKG Monitoring Certified in state of Georgia
Early Childhood (Diploma) December 2017
Child Development Specialist May 2017
Early Childhood Care and Education Basics. May 2017