Ayanna Chapman
Chicago
Summary
Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, 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
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional/ Seca
CPS - Prosser Career Academy
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Help keep students engaged and focus.
- Reiterate and further explain information given from the teacher to better students' understanding.
- Obtaining, preparing, and organizing instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
- Supporting students in accessing the general education curriculum in alignment with student IEPs and/or per the direction of the teacher.
- Occasional assistance with registration, class schedules, and other intake information.
- Works alongside case managers, social workers, and teachers to create effective educational/behavior plans and goals to ensure student success.
Bartender
Carignator Company- Martin Sorice
Forest Park, IL
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Bartending
- Delivery intake
- Ensure bar presentable & sanitary.
- Stocking
- Accurate updates of inventory.
- Circle Inn, Shortstop Lounge, Pioneer Tap
Sales Representative
Cricket Wireless / Lids
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained a hospitable shopping environment by remaining calm and respectable in tense/stressful situations.
- Utilized proprietary software to activate and manage user cellular service.
- Maintained cleanliness in accordance with Covid policies.
- Attended conferences and training in a managerial role.
Office Management
Professional Northwest Austin Council
Chicago, IL
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Adhered to company policy regarding document handling and providing information on need-to-know basis.
- Utilized Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint to schedule events and meetings for staff.
- Answering phones, filling, copying, and preparing reports.
- Enrolling qualified applicants into various government aid programs.
Education
A.A. - Associates in Arts
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL05-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Prosser Career Academy
01-2014
Skills
- Active Listener
- Teacher support
- Intermediate Office 365 capabilities
- Advanced conflict resolution
- Organized
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Small group and individual assistance
- Instructional support
- Relationship building
Certification
- Non-Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Training - Yearly
Timeline
Paraprofessional/ Seca
CPS - Prosser Career Academy
01.2023 - Current
Sales Representative
Cricket Wireless / Lids
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bartender
Carignator Company- Martin Sorice
01.2019 - 01.2023
Office Management
Professional Northwest Austin Council
01.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Prosser Career Academy
A.A. - Associates in Arts
Harold Washington College