EBONE M. CARTER
Oakland
Summary
Dedicated educational support professional with a strong background in enhancing student learning experiences. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with educators and adapt to the dynamic needs of the classroom environment. Expertise in fostering a positive learning atmosphere, managing classroom activities, and supporting diverse student populations. Committed team player focused on achieving educational objectives and driving student success through innovative strategies and compassionate support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator/Paraprofessional
Oakland Unified School District
09.2022 - Current
- Under the direction of a principal, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment
- Assist teachers with the preparation of instructional materials and other activities
- Attend to the physical health needs of students
- Utilize methods and practices of child guidance, especially as they relate to severely emotionally, mentally and/or physically disabled special education students as necessary to implement IEP’s
- Use behavior change techniques and supports including modeling and methods to decrease disruptive and problematic behavior while encouraging positive social learning
- Utilize methods, practices, and techniques of improving student learning through specialized structured lesson plans, teaching techniques, and instructional materials
Administrative Assistant/Classroom Instructional Aid
Chancelight Education Spectrum Center School for Autism
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Maintain and Track billing and building expenses
- Communicate with local school districts and guardians to arrange appointments, meetings and circulate agendas
- Manage input of student attendance data
- Assist with the transportation of students; position and reposition students requiring the use of medical equipment, wheelchairs, braces, and other orthopedic equipment.
- Assist students with washing, toileting, diapering, dressing and undressing, grooming and other activities necessary for maintaining personal hygiene and neatness.
- Engage in safe student de-escalation and coverage tactics when students engage in violent behavior.
Human Resources Office Assistant
Macy’s INC
05.2016 - 04.2021
- Managed employee and customer accident claims
- Coordinated distribution of all incoming communication, including phone, fax, mail, network printer, Stores Portal, and e-mail
- Prepared agendas and activities for weekly meetings and corporate visits
- Participated in administrative inventory assistance
- Acted as liaison for District Staffing office for all Staffing issues and objectives
- Coordinated Annual Vacation solicitation from Associates
- Monitored weekend compliance in partnership with Store Manager and Sales Managers
- Acted as a resource to all employees on, and promoted the usage of, Employee Self Service vehicles
Cashier
Sprouts Farmers Market
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Managed transactions with customers using cash registers
- Scanned goods and ensure pricing is accurate
- Collected payments whether in cash or credit
- Issued receipts, refunds, change or tickets
- Redeemed stamps and coupons
- Cross-sold products and introduce new ones
- Resolved customer complaints, guide them and provide relevant information
- Greeted customers when entering or leaving the store
- Maintained clean and tidy checkout areas
- Tracked transactions on balance sheets and report any discrepancies
- Bagged, boxed and gift-wrapped packages
- Handled merchandise returns and exchanges
- Executed price changes, transfers and register duties
Child Care Assistant & Office Associate
FAME Oakland Child Care Center
06.2007 - 09.2013
- Organized and coordinated daily activities
- Handled all client concerns and expectations by collaborating with Supervisor
- Performed clerical duties such as faxing, making copies and transferring calls
- Coordinated meals and free lunch programs
- Collaborated with city health board for clients with allergy concerns and dietary restrictions
Education
Associate of Arts Degree - Merchandise Marketing
FIDM / Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
San Francisco, CA06.2013
Skills
- Highly organized, creative and detail-oriented administrative professional with experience in:
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- De-Escalating behavioral tactics
- Critical analyzing and problem solving
- Promoting and constructing a positive work environment
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Social development and integration
- Social skills development
- Instructional assistance
- Educational assistance
- Data collection
- Curriculum implementation
Certification
- Licensed CPR giver
Timeline
Paraeducator/Paraprofessional
Oakland Unified School District
09.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant/Classroom Instructional Aid
Chancelight Education Spectrum Center School for Autism
06.2021 - 09.2022
Human Resources Office Assistant
Macy’s INC
05.2016 - 04.2021
Cashier
Sprouts Farmers Market
02.2016 - 05.2016
Child Care Assistant & Office Associate
FAME Oakland Child Care Center
06.2007 - 09.2013
Associate of Arts Degree - Merchandise Marketing
FIDM / Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising