Irma Huston
Summary
Dependable Instructional Aide focused on fostering environment conducive to student learning. Polished in supporting classroom management and learner engagement goals. Familiar with child development and behavioral principles paired with 26 years of experience assisting teachers in developing lesson plans and activities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Cleveland Ohio , Ohio
03.1996 - Current
- Operated and cared for instructional and audio-visual equipment used in classroom.
- Maintained confidentiality about children and families and respected cultural and language differences.
- Worked individually or in small groups with students and reviewed classroom instruction, answered questions and helped with language development.
- Performed job coaching duties and helped students develop language proficiency.
- Assisted with planning and preparing educational materials and activities and maintained individual student communication devices and books.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
College and Career Mentoring Coordinator
Esperanza Community Services
Cleveland , Ohio
08.1991 - 06.1996
- Identified issues that hindered student academic achievement.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
- Taught lessons to students and faculty regarding issues such as bullying and drug abuse.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Reviewed transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Provided alcohol and drug prevention programs and classes to teach students to handle conflicts without resorting to violence.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Instructed individuals in career development, job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
Teacher
Edgewood ISD
San Antonio, TX
08.1973 - 05.1988
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
Education
No Degree - Archeology
University of Texas San Antonio
San Antonio, TXBachelor of Science - Secondary Education/ Social Studies And Biology
Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX05.1973
Skills
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Special Education Background
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- State CDE Approved Paraprofessional
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- State Certification and Accreditation
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Librarian Assistance
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Special Needs Support
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- First Aid and CPR
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Individualized Education Plans
- Positive Coaching
- Classroom Computer Maintenance
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Flexible Work Schedule
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
03.1996 - Current
College and Career Mentoring Coordinator
Esperanza Community Services
08.1991 - 06.1996
Teacher
Edgewood ISD
08.1973 - 05.1988
No Degree - Archeology
University of Texas San Antonio
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education/ Social Studies And Biology
Howard Payne University