PORTIA RODRIGO GRAVES
QUITMAN, MS 39355
CELL: 601-***-****
OBJECTIVE:
Able to provide emotional support in a comfortable, soothing environment. Desires a CNA position with training in a long-term care or rehabilitation facility. Enthusiastic with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic.
SKILLS:
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to be friendly, courteous when dealing with others
Ability to walk and stand for most of each shift
Ability to communicate, read, and follow written work assignments
Mental alertness for safe and accurate completion of work activities
EXPERIENCE:
WILLIAM J. BERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: HEIDELBERG, MISSISSIPPI
2019-Present Special Ed. Teacher
Performing all job duties and responsibilities safely, accurately and with honesty and integrity
Educate students with multiple disabilities using differentiation instruction
Maintain accurate records of student progress
Assist students by providing friendly, courteous, and prompt educational services
Provide assistance by responding to student questions in an effective and efficient manner
Keep mental alertness to make sure safe, accurate, and completion of work activities
Follow laws and company policies on collecting data and keeping confidential information
NEWTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: NEWTON, MISSISSIPPI
2012-2019 Special Ed. Teacher
QUITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: QUITMAN, MISSISSIPPI
2003-2011 Special Ed. Teacher
COAHOMA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT: CLARKSDALE, MISSISSIPPI
2000-2003 Special Ed. Teacher
EAST MISS. STATE HOSPITAL: ADOLESCENT UNIT: MERIDIAN, MISSISSIPPI
1996-2000Direct Care Worker/Psychology Technician
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's condition or the environment.
EDUCATION:
Quitman Vocational Technology 2007-2008 (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Meridian Community College 1999 (1 semester RN Nursing program)
University of Southern Mississippi 1993-1996 (Bachelor of Science)
MEridian High school 1990 (HS diploma)
REFERENCES UPON REQUEST