Ida Curry-Beach
Milford
Summary
I am an adaptive professional with experience as a Paraeducator at Family Solutions, LLC, skilled in small group instruction and classroom management.
Successfully enhancing student engagement and promoting behavior improvements. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with educators, fostering a positive learning environment and supporting diverse learning needs.
While my latest employment has been in education, all of my attributes can easily be applied in the medical professional world as well. As that is where I obtained many of the skills and qualifications I posess today.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
Family Solutions, LLC
Fredericksburg, VA
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to modify resources and assist students with varying learning abilities in achieving academic success.
- Facilitated the development of customized IEPs in conjunction with educators to address the unique needs of students requiring extra assistance.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and reinforce learning objectives.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers on behavioral and academic performance.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster a positive learning environment and promote student success.
- Assisted in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and goals.
- Trained new paraeducators on best practices for supporting students with special needs and classroom procedures.
Office Manager
Optometry
Culpeper, VA
10.2006 - 11.2022
- Implemented streamlined processes to improve patient scheduling efficiency and reduce delays in appointment availability.
- Managed inventory of optical supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels for seamless daily operations.
- Developed training programs for staff, improving onboarding processes and team performance.
- Coordinated patient communications, fostering positive relationships and improving overall satisfaction scores.
- Oversaw billing processes, ensuring timely insurance claims submissions and reducing discrepancies.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Increased customer satisfaction by developing effective client feedback system that led to service improvements.
- Implemented comprehensive training program for new hires, improving their integration into team and productivity.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
- Enhanced office operational efficiency by streamlining filing systems, resulting in easier access to critical documents.
- Facilitated positive work environment, addressing employee concerns promptly and fostering culture of mutual respect.
Education
Property And Casualty License -
Kaplan University
11-2024
High School Diploma -
Brooke Point High School
Stafford, VA06-2004
Skills
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Emotional support
- Student engagement
- Curriculum implementation
- Health and safety
- Behavior improvements
- Teacher support
- Classroom organization
- Social integration
- Sensory integration strategies
- IEP compliance
- Individual instruction
- Data collection
Timeline
Paraeducator
Family Solutions, LLC
11.2022 - Current
Office Manager
Optometry
10.2006 - 11.2022
Property And Casualty License -
Kaplan University
High School Diploma -
Brooke Point High School