A results-oriented professional with a strong background in education and healthcare, currently excelling as an Accelerated Learning Specialist at Los Arboles Middle School. Proven expertise in providing individualized instruction, fostering inclusive learning environments, and administering health services. Previous roles include Health Assistant and Child Development Specialist, showcasing a unique blend of instructional skills and healthcare administration. Dedicated to shaping meaningful educational experiences and positively impacting individual well-being.
Facilitated small group instruction, assessments, and offered feedback to meet individual learning needs by integrating real-world examples into lessons, making content more relatable and engaging for students.
Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly, enhancing student outcomes.
Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing classroom rules while maintaining accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Assisted and mentored new teachers, sharing valuable insights on effective classroom management strategies and instructional techniques leading to increased collaboration among teachers
Served as a liaison between school administration and faculty, facilitating open communication channels for addressing concerns or suggestions.
Streamlined communication with parents through regular updates, fostering strong relationships and involvement in their students education.
Enhanced student retention and maintained an inclusive learning environment by incorporating diverse teaching methods that cater to different learning styles and to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance personal growth as an educator.
Organized extracurricular activities to promote socialization among students outside of the classroom setting, strengthening peer relationships within the school community.
Utilized district mandated precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care to provide first aid and emergency care for students, ensuring prompt and appropriate response to incidents.
Enhanced student care by providing efficient and compassionate support and identified at-risk students and connected them with appropriate resources.
Assisted in maintaining accurate medical records, contributing to efficient information management within the school health office.
Increased vaccination rates among the student population by educating students on proper hygiene practices, promoting a healthy school environment.
Documented vital statistics and coordinated with District Nurse and administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
Communicated effectively with parents regarding their student's health concerns, fostering strong relationships between the school and families.
Served as a liaison and communicated between families and school personnel, ensuring a streamlined approach to addressing student health issues.
Addressed potential food allergies or dietary restrictions by working closely with cafeteria staff to ensure meal options were suitable for all students.
Monitored trends and patterns in student health concerns, proactively addressing emerging issues through targeted education and outreach efforts.
Assisted with the development and implementation of school-wide wellness initiatives, promoting a culture of health and well-being among students, staff, and families.
Evaluated the effectiveness of existing health programs and services on an ongoing basis, making strategic recommendations for improvement when warranted.
Evaluated, assessed, and performed early intervention services to enhance client's cognitive development by implementing innovative and age-appropriate activities.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and families to develop individualized education plans for each client, resulting in improved learning outcomes.
Provided a nurturing environment and encouraged social-emotional growth that supported client's emotional well-being, reducing instances of challenging behavior.
Promoted language development by incorporating storytelling, engaging in play spaces that stimulated creativity, and imaginative thinking among the client's.
Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to refine and adapt curriculum materials to ensure accessibility and success for children with diverse abilities, resulting in equitable learning opportunities for all clients.
Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members while also assisting in navigating the social services system, including accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Observed clients and documented data to complete accurate updates to case records while maintaining strong awareness of developmental progress.
Incorporated fine motor skill exercises into daily routines, used interactive visuals and real life settings to teach each student algebra and writing techniques; improving hand-eye coordination and dexterity in young learners
Provided information on developmental milestones to coach families on incorporating modeled interventions into client's daily routines with respectful and thoughtful communication by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Implemented positive behavior support strategies to proactively address challenging behaviors, promoting a respectful and supportive home environment.
Referred medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
Created and managed weekly personal schedule to accommodate visits with families, initial evaluations and reviews.
Assessed exposure to substance abuse, violence and other risk factors.
Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient shift scheduling and task delegation, and a positive work environment.
Trained and mentored new employees, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and seamless integration into the team.
Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocation.
Improved customer satisfaction rates with consistent quality checks and timely resolution of complaints.
Monitored employee performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching as needed to support professional growth and skill development.
Managed daily cash transactions accurately, reducing discrepancies in financial reports while adhering to strict security protocols.
Scheduled staff shifts to secure adequate coverage and productive workflows.
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