Adina Vargas
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Montessori Paraprofessional
El Paso Independent School District
El Paso, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Support 22 students in collaborative learning, enhancing their social skills.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- I collaborate with teacher to develop engaging instructional materials and resources.
- Teach 1st grade Eureka and Amplify, fostering foundational knowledge.
- Conduct 2nd grade Pre-LAS testing, assessing language proficiency.
- Record meal counts for breakfast and lunch, ensuring accurate reporting.
- I Supervise students at P.E. and recess, ensuring students safety and active participation.
Infant/Toddler Teacher
ESC Region 19 Head Start
El Paso, Texas
09.2019 - 07.2023
- I taught 8 students by helping them work on the 4 developmental domains. (Social Emotional, Physical Motor, Cognitive, and Language)
- I administered the BDI-3 test on each student 3 times during the school year.
- I created an individual lesson plan for each student each month and it pertains on the 4 domains
- I created a weekly lesson plan for the whole class.
- I participated in family style dining with students for meal times.
- I conducted parent teacher conference.
- I conducted home visits
- Collaborated with parents to establish supportive learning environments tailored to individual child needs.
Teacher's Aide
Project Vida
El Paso, Texas
06.2018 - 09.2019
- I worked with kids ages 6-18 years old on homework and projects.
- I taught a group of 20 kids on a program called STAR. I gave class twice a week for 6 weeks.
- I would handout and receive all application forms for the program
- I would hand out snacks to all kids and fill out the snack form
- I would supervise kids during outside playtime and inside activity's
Ticket Taker/Usher
Crowd Management Services
El Paso, Texas
06.2012 - 12.2018
- I was responsible for scanning all patrons' tickets that were attending the event
- I was responsible for greeting guests and helping them to their assigned seats
- I was responsible for checking bags and screening guest to ensure safety
Substitute
First Presbyterian Pre-School
El Paso, Texas
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Adhered to daily routines, ensuring smooth class operations
- Monitored and guided students during activities, fostering a safe environment
- Facilitated playtime, outdoor activities, and meals, enhancing student engagement
- Promoted positive behavior and teamwork among students
- Contributed to a supportive learning atmosphere
Education
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2026
A.A - Teaching EC-6, 4-8, EC-12, Sped ED
El Paso Community College
El Paso, Texas08.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Captain John L. Chapin High School
El Paso, Texas06.2013
Skills
- Computer Literate
- Quick learner
- Familiar with the nutritional and hygiene needs of children
- Classroom and teacher assistance
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- High level of patience
- Childcare supervision
- Able to adapt to different age groups
- Prepares meals to fulfill nutritional needs of children
- Customer and communication skills
Certification
- Food Handlers (Texas) (2025)
Timeline
Montessori Paraprofessional
El Paso Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Infant/Toddler Teacher
ESC Region 19 Head Start
09.2019 - 07.2023
Teacher's Aide
Project Vida
06.2018 - 09.2019
Substitute
First Presbyterian Pre-School
10.2017 - 05.2018
Ticket Taker/Usher
Crowd Management Services
06.2012 - 12.2018
A.A - Teaching EC-6, 4-8, EC-12, Sped ED
El Paso Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Captain John L. Chapin High School
Bachelor of Science - Educational Studies
Grand Canyon University