Huston Harshaw
Springdale
Summary
Dedicated paraprofessional with expertise in classroom behavior management and special needs support. Committed to fostering positive relationships and implementing effective communication strategies to enhance student outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
McNair Middle School
Fayetteville
10.2021 - 06.2026
- Collaborated with staff to create individualized education plans for students.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
Paraprofessional
Walker Elementary
Springdale
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Supported students with special needs during daily learning tasks.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Managed classroom behavior by reinforcing school rules and expectations.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
Receptionist
Springdale School District
Springdale
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Managed incoming calls and directed them to appropriate staff members.
- Scheduled appointments for parent-teacher conferences and school events.
- Assisted with the distribution of school materials and information packets.
- Supported staff by preparing meeting rooms for daily activities.
Barista
Starbucks
Springdale
03.2017 - 12.2018
- Engaged with customers to foster connections, positively influencing their overall Starbucks experience.
- Assisted customers in product selection, delivering tailored recommendations to enhance satisfaction.
- Coordinated customer flow during morning rush hours, ensuring smooth service and timely order fulfillment.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled payments accurately.
Front Desk Agent
Marriot Hotel
Fayetteville
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Coordinated check-in and check-out procedures to enhance guest experience.
- Welcomed guests and facilitated smooth check-in process.
- Managed reservation system to ensure accurate bookings.
- Answered guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly.
- Managed phone communications to ensure guest concerns were handled promptly., responded to inquiries, and took messages.
Assistant Manager
Pac Sun
Fort Smith
09.2014 - 12.2015
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and team performance.
- Handled inventory management, including stock replenishment and organization.
- Oversaw visual merchandising to align with brand guidelines and trends.
Front End/Starbucks
Target
Fort Smith
11.2011 - 09.2014
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lavaca High School
Lavaca, AR05-2011
Skills
- Behavior management
- Special needs support
- Positive reinforcement
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Professional development
- Time management
- Team support
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Record keeping
- Customer management
- Guest management
- Inventory control
- Active listening
Certification
- CPR
Timeline
Paraprofessional
McNair Middle School
10.2021 - 06.2026
Paraprofessional
Walker Elementary
06.2019 - 09.2021
Receptionist
Springdale School District
02.2019 - 05.2019
Barista
Starbucks
03.2017 - 12.2018
Front Desk Agent
Marriot Hotel
01.2016 - 03.2017
Assistant Manager
Pac Sun
09.2014 - 12.2015
Front End/Starbucks
Target
11.2011 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Lavaca High School