VIRGINIA GASTON
Spring,TX
Summary
Dedicated education paraprofessional with over 12 years of experience supporting administrative leadership within the Houston Independent School District. Committed to nurturing academic and social growth in students and adept at fostering collaborative environments. Eager to continue positively impacting students' lives by partnering closely with administrators and educators.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Student Information Representative
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitate student enrollment and withdrawals, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Manage requests for student records, maintaining confidentiality and integrity
- Maintain accurate grade records for progress reports and report cards.
Assistant to the Dean of Instruction
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2018 - Current
- Efficiently manage the Dean of Instruction's calendar, ensuring smooth operations
- Administer LAS Links assessments to identify EB student needs
- Maintain comprehensive files for Emergent Bilingual students, ensuring accurate documentation
- Monitor and track grades and schedules for ESL students, providing necessary support
- Facilitate TELPAS and STAAR testing support for students
- Offer administrative assistance to teachers as required, ensuring efficient workflows.
Assistant to SPED Chair
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2018 - Current
- Maintain organized and up-to-date SPED files to support student services
- Maintain all data and documents pertaining to SPED
- Distribute Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to teachers, ensuring compliance
- Provide classroom coverage as needed to support instructional continuity
Assistant to the Magnet Coordinator
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Process Magnet program applications and coordinate auditions efficiently
- Ensure accuracy in recording student progress, observations, and interventions
- Actively contribute insights in team meetings to enhance student outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/ECHE -
Sam Houston State University
06.2026
Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) - Education
Houston Community College
05.2023
Skills
- Administration: All Relevant Administrative Software Security: All Relevant Access Levels
- Proficient in organizational and time management techniques to enhance productivity
- Demonstrated ability in clear and effective communication to facilitate student success
- Skilled in fostering collaboration across diverse teams to achieve common goals
- Proficiency in educational platforms including PowerSchool, Easy IEP, TREX, TIDE, DRC Insight
- Experienced in office software such as Google Docs, Microsoft Word/Excel
Timeline
Interim Student Information Representative
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2023 - Current
Assistant to the Dean of Instruction
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2018 - Current
Assistant to SPED Chair
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2018 - Current
Assistant to the Magnet Coordinator
Pershing Middle School, HISD
01.2012 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/ECHE -
Sam Houston State University
Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) - Education
Houston Community College
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