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Samantha Kern

Fairmont

Summary

Diligent Special Education Teacher with robust background in supporting students with diverse learning needs. Successfully contributed to individualized education plans and classroom management. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and instructional support.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Fairmont Area Schools
08.2025 - Current
  • Supported individualized education plans (IEPs) by implementing tailored instruction strategies for diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create an inclusive classroom environment conducive to student engagement and success.
  • Assisted students with daily activities, promoting independence and social skills development through structured guidance.
  • Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to educators to enhance instructional approaches and interventions.

Office Manager

Carlson Dental Office
01.2022 - 08.2025
  • Managed daily operations of dental office, ensuring smooth functioning and high-quality patient care.
  • Trained and developed dental staff to meet practice performance standards.
  • Maintained patient data according to local laws, practice guidelines and HIPAA requirements.
  • Facilitated communication between front desk staff, dental hygienists, and dentists to ensure seamless coordination of services.
  • Updated office technology systems as needed to improve efficiency or comply with changes in industry regulations.
  • Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with privacy regulations and industry best practices.
  • Trained new employees on office procedures, software systems, and customer service standards.
  • Onboarded new patients smoothly with complete charts detailing personal details, insurance information and relevant medical history.

Front Office Manager

AmericInn by Wyndham Osage
10.2014 - 08.2020
  • Placed orders, monitored usage, and coordinated stocking to control office supplies.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and software systems.
  • Collaborated with administrative staff on billing, accounts payable, and other financial tasks.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace to promote productivity.

Education

High School -

Osage High School
Osage, IA
05.2009

No Degree - General Studies

NIACC
Mason City, IA

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Concordia University
St. Paul, MN
05-2028

Skills

  • Bookkeeping
  • Billing
  • Credit and collections
  • Data entry
  • Administrative support
  • Clerical support
  • Office management software
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Information protection
  • Customer service
  • IEP compliance
  • Teacher assistance
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Classroom organization
  • Collaboration with teachers

LANGUAGE

English - Native

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Fairmont Area Schools
08.2025 - Current

Office Manager

Carlson Dental Office
01.2022 - 08.2025

Front Office Manager

AmericInn by Wyndham Osage
10.2014 - 08.2020

High School -

Osage High School

No Degree - General Studies

NIACC

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Concordia University

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