- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Outdoor Recreation
Allyson Vatnsdal
Roseau
Summary
Current Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments, with a vast amount of job experience. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, time management, customer service, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Century Elementary
12.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Event Decorator/Coordinator
The North Star Events
04.2024 - Current
- Transformed venues into memorable spaces through expertly crafted decorative arrangements.
- Established a strong reputation for delivering exceptional customer service and exceeding client expectations.
- Increased referral business by cultivating lasting relationships with satisfied clients.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Live Streamer/Shipper
Eluxe Auctions
08.2023 - Current
- Met strict shipping deadlines.
- Prepared clothing to be sold over a live stream on Whatnot.
- Sell clothing over a live stream on the Whatnot platform.
- Managed chat during live streams to cultivate a positive community atmosphere, addressing questions and engaging viewers in conversation.
- Implemented moderation tools and policies to maintain a welcoming environment in chats, reducing negative interactions among viewers.
- Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe working environment by following established workplace safety guidelines.
- Trained new team members on company shipping processes, enhancing overall department performance.
Cashier
Earl's Drive-IN
08.2022 - Current
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Cook
Earl's Drive-IN
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Nanny/Childcare Provider
Multiple Community Families
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Social Work
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2027
High School Diploma -
Roseau High School
Roseau, MN05-2024
Skills
- Behavior management
- Customer Service-oriented
- Multitasking and organization
- Engaging personality
- Work ethic and integrity
- Helping students with special needs
- Patience and empathy
- Small group and individual assistance
- Group leadership
- Cash handling
- Shipping coordination
Certification
- Paraprofessional Educator License - [North Dakota] Department of Education.
Interests
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Century Elementary
12.2024 - Current
Event Decorator/Coordinator
The North Star Events
04.2024 - Current
Live Streamer/Shipper
Eluxe Auctions
08.2023 - Current
Cashier
Earl's Drive-IN
08.2022 - Current
Cook
Earl's Drive-IN
08.2022 - Current
Nanny/Childcare Provider
Multiple Community Families
06.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelors Degree - Social Work
University of North Dakota
High School Diploma -
Roseau High School
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