Special Education High School
Resume:
Stephen Schaller
Denver, CO *****
*********@*****.***
Professional Summary
I currently am looking for more experience working in schools, clinics, or homes working with special needs children and students. I want to get my RBT ver and continue with either a masters in RBT, ABA, or special education. My degree is in English, and I am working on an ESL certification as well, so I will always have a soft spot for early English reading, ESL, speech pathology and grammar. I volunteered working at Rocky Mountain and Easter Seals camps, for respite trips for children with special needs. That’s where it all started. Since then I also worked at an Adult Day working with adults fresh out of the classroom, up to some in their 60’s, as well as a diverse population of Thai, Korean, Latina, Ukrainian and Russian. I tauymini English lessons that proved you can always learn. I worked at East High school in the intensive special education classroom. Every day was a new adventure as we had a wide variety of needs we had to address. Teaching a music lesson with deaf, hard of hearing and sign language. Gym class with students in wheel chairs. Field trips on the public bus with 30 students. Each student was a friend though and it was a sad and proud moment seeing two of them graduate this past year. I think I bring energy, knowledge, and experience on every level and age group that could be a benefit to any team. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Paraprofessional
East High School-Denver, CO
January 2024 to Present
Worked as a paraprofessional at East High School with students from the age of 14 to 22. It was an eclectic group with lots of different needs and personalities. We worked with hard of hearing, deaf, sign language, mute, and students who worked best with technology to communicate. Some students needed help with gi tubes, eating, getting their food, reminders to eat. Running off, sometimes back to the classroom at lunch, or music, or gym was a constant split for the paras on who noticed it and where we think they are. We worked on different tasks with each student, writing and coloring, navigating technology, following instructions, hand and eye coordination. Interaction with each other, dancing, cleaning, laundry, field trips, trash duty. I was also in charge of two of the more aggressive and disruptive students. Trying to be part of the class and not disrupt it, going on walks to expend energy. One student was more physical and fled class often. Kicking, hitting, spitting, cussing, flashing were all normal. We often used a play system with him to disrupt his mood, and lure him back to class with games, food, and other positive rewards. Every day was something new but I worked with other great paraprofessionals and two amazing special education teachers that formed a close team that could meet all these needs for such a wide variety of students.
Content Writer
SEO-Denver, CO
January 2017 to Present
• Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
• Strategized content based on Google Analytics data, geographical targeting and keyword planning.
• Collaborated with a team of writers and content marketing strategists to create copy promoting clients' SEO, sales and thought-leadership goals.
• Completed thorough research into assigned topics.
• Developed copy while maintaining brand voice and adhering to legal requirements.
• Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with an exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
• Maintained current understanding of the industry regarding seniors and the genre trends necessary for enhancing writing and marketing success.
• Composed numerous pieces for seniors using appropriate voice tones and word choice. Behavioral Health Technician
Center For Autism and Related Disorders-Aurora, CO January 2025 to March 2025
I worked here getting my BT from them. I enjoyed the patients and most of my colleagues. I thought the conditions and sometimes requests by the BCBA did not align with my ethics. Lead Driver and Scheduler
ALPINE ADULT DAY CARE-Denver, CO
April 2021 to January 2023
Drove a 15-person bus in the morning and afternoon to pick up clients across the greater metro area.
• Provided care that included mobility, bathroom attention, food services, and socializing.
• Was responsible for the schedule and routes for 80 different clients and 4 other drivers.
• Was responsible for keeping 5 different vehicles operational.
• Was responsible for taking clients on trips outside of the day care. Sales Representative
American Income Life-Denver, CO
December 2020 to April 2021
• Contacted customers about obtaining or updating life insurance.
• Certified in Colorado and Texas
Route Representative
Fikes-Denver, CO
December 2019 to November 2020
• Documented sales by recording order information in our database.
• Delivered top customer satisfaction, reviewing feedback closely and addressing needs and requests of account holders.
• Managed product transitions from warehouse to customer site, loading and unloading in alignment with specifications.
• Handled customer concerns and issues effectively through direct communication and problem solving.
• Communicated regularly with customers for delivery route details and changes.
• Drove more than 50 miles per day to serve as many as 20 customers per month across Colorado.
• Explained company pricing and service options by providing details about the choices customers could ensue.
• Identified customers' needs and provided information on appropriate products in effort to promote cross-selling.
• Stayed in open communication with existing customers to offer immediate access to new products.
• Immediately addressed problems with customers to promote speedy resolution.
• Used excellent listening and problem-solving skills to work with customers and quickly resolve concerns.
• Displayed products properly at customer sites and according to company specifications and policies.
• Determined best routes for driving to customer sites, accounting for such factors as weather and road construction.
Delivery Driver
Anthony's Pizza-Denver, CO
March 2017 to January 2019
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
• Worked cash register and counter.
• Cleaned and maintained building.
• Prep work.
Delivery Driver
Cosmo's Pizza-Denver, CO
December 2014 to August 2015
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
• Worked cash register and counter.
• Cleaned and maintained building.
• Prep work and dishes.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Arts and Science
University of Wyoming - Laramie, WY
May 2017
Skills
• Customer service
• Chicago Manual of Style
• Special education
• AP
• Driving
• Copy Changes
• Care plans
• Analysis skills
• Chicago Style
• Lesson planning
• Classroom experience
• Experience with children
• Management
• Critical Thinking
• Marketing
• Communication skills
• Scheduling
• Time management
• Proofreading
• Customer Service
• Clear Communication
• MLA
• Teaching
• Conflict management
• Warehouse management
• Leadership
• Pallet loading and unloading
• English Language Structure
• Article Writing
• Microsoft Office
• Shipping
• Language and Tone Customization
• Bulletin Writing
• Sales
• Cash handling
• Attention to Detail
• Classroom management
• Originality and Creativity
• Organizational skills
Certifications and Licenses
Driver's License
First Aid Certification
Life & Health Insurance License
ESL Certification
CPR Certification
March 2022 to March 2024
TESOL Certification
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