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Josh Forte

Greensboro

Summary

Dedicated professional with experience at Guilford Elementary, skilled in IEP implementation and fostering social-emotional learning. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and engage students with exceptional needs. CPR & First Aid certified, I excel in creating inclusive environments that promote academic success and personal growth. Committed to enhancing student experiences through positive reinforcement techniques.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

EC Resource Teacher Assistant

Guilford Elementary
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide one-on-one and group support for students with exceptional needs (EC), ensuring individualized attention to IEP goals.
  • Assist lead teacher with instructional activities, classroom management, and behavior support.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting social-emotional growth and academic development.
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold district-wide special education standards.

Lead Custodian

Guilford Elementary School
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Monitored employees to enforce proper use of personal protective equipment, supplies and equipment.
  • Sanitized and maintained floors by sweeping, mopping and refinishing.
  • Led, oversaw and trained team to perform routine custodial duties and basic maintenance and repair.
  • Performed custodial duties to maintain area in clean and habitable condition.
  • Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.

Custodian

Guilford Elementary School
06.2020 - 12.2021
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.

Loss Prevention Manager

Walmart
03.2015 - 05.2019
  • Oversaw store safety and loss prevention strategies to protect merchandise, customers, and staff.
  • Conducted investigations, monitored CCTV systems, and performed undercover patrols.
  • Trained loss prevention staff, retail managers and store employees on loss control and prevention measures.
  • Worked closely with law enforcement in investigating and solving theft and fraud cases.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to report crime and suspicious activity.
  • Monitored paperwork procedures to prevent error-related losses.
  • Worked across shifts while managing responsibilities at other temporary positions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
01-2017

Skills

  • CPR & First Aid Certified
  • Guilford County Schools Employee Safety Training
  • Learning disability awareness
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Instructional technology
  • Student engagement
  • Transition planning
  • IEP implementation
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Positive reinforcement techniques

Timeline

EC Resource Teacher Assistant

Guilford Elementary
08.2024 - Current

Lead Custodian

Guilford Elementary School
01.2022 - 08.2024

Custodian

Guilford Elementary School
06.2020 - 12.2021

Loss Prevention Manager

Walmart
03.2015 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

North Carolina A&T State University
Josh Forte