Kelly Long
Asheboro
Summary
Caring Student Advocate and former Teacher Assistant with 15 years of experience in education and 10 plus years of business experience. Committed to learning new skills and strategies to promote the education of our students. Willing to go out of my comfort zone to improve my potential and better equip students with the skills they will need in the workforce. Passionate about children's well being and upmost care of their trust.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Advocate
Southwestern Randolph High School
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted positive school culture by addressing individual student needs and collaborating with faculty members.
- Developed relations with students to support and guide them in good decision making and planning for their future past high school.
- Collaborated with Administration on ways to improve graduation rates through proactive monitoring of at-risk students.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's attendance, education and behavior and worked on ways to help improve each aspect.
- Daily contact with students regarding attendance issues, behavior problems that arose and mental health needs, giving them support and redirection suggestions to help them improve.
Teacher Assisant
Southwestern Randolph Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created strategies for individualized instruction plans in a Cross Categorical Classroom.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Teacher Assistant
Southmont Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2020
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities during lessons.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Contributed to increased student success by providing one-on-one support for struggling learners.
Purchasing Agent/Accounts Payable Clerk
Randolph County Health Department
03.1991 - 01.2001
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Effectively processed invoices payable by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
- Increased accuracy in expense reporting by thoroughly reviewing submitted claims and verifying supporting documentation.
- Reconciled accounts receivable with general ledger monthly.
- Processed Vital Records and and kept monthly reports of births and deaths and reported to the Register Of Deeds.
- Supervised clerical staff which included management of schedules, coverage of clinical areas, performance reviews and collaborating with clinic staff.
Accounting Assistant
Gene Brown Accounting
09.1987 - 06.1989
- Facilitated accurate accounting processes by implementing efficient organizational systems and procedures.
- Assisted with quarterly tax reports, financial statements and monthly expenses of individuals and business accounts.
- Organized individual and business receipts and information in preparation of quarterly and yearly taxes.
- Prepared simple tax returns under the supervision of Accountant.
- Reported to local businesses items that needed to be clarified and gathered information for tax purposes.
- Reconciled accounts by ledger and reported discrepancies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Microcomputer Systems Technology
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC08.1993
Skills
Good rapport with students and staff
15 years experience in a public school setting
Small group instruction
Classroom management skills
Conflict redirection and resolution
Flexibility
Willingness to explore different strategies and seeking advise of others
Timeline
Student Advocate
Southwestern Randolph High School
08.2022 - Current
Teacher Assisant
Southwestern Randolph Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2022
Teacher Assistant
Southmont Elementary School
08.2010 - 06.2020
Purchasing Agent/Accounts Payable Clerk
Randolph County Health Department
03.1991 - 01.2001
Accounting Assistant
Gene Brown Accounting
09.1987 - 06.1989
Associate of Applied Science - Microcomputer Systems Technology
Randolph Community College
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