Adonica Griego
Edgewood,NM
Summary
Passionate about continuing to build a career centered around helping children learn and grow. Focused on observing and learning from experienced teachers and counselors. Strong desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals. Committed to utilizing skills and knowledge to create a nurturing and supportive environment. Seeking opportunities to contribute to the educational journey of children. Dedicated to continuously enhancing abilities and staying up-to-date with industry best practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
MESD
09.2021 - Current
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
Floater/ Lead Teacher
ABC Preschool
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Working for ABC Preschool I started out as floater going from classroom to relieve lead teachers for break or to work on other classwork
- I was responsible for making sure children were in a safe learning environment
- Helping teachers plan class work
- Lead teacher toddler class room- Creating lesson plans, helping children learn how to do things for their age
- Holding circle time which I read to them counted numbers or sang about colors
- Helped toddlers learn about shapes or sensory objects
- Helped serve lunch helping them eat with utensils
Cashier/ Sandwich Artist
Subway
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Working for subway is a great example of how fast I learn
- Learning all of subways signature sandwiches and how to make them
- Handling large amounts of customers throughout the day
- Restocking all food products, keeping all areas of store clean and pleasant for our customers
- Food preparation cutting tomatoes, onions and other foods labeling all foods with correct information so no bad food goes out to front end
- I handled large amounts of cash I was held responsible for closing the cash register at the end of the day and opening it at the start of the day
Cashier
Dunkin Donuts
03.2016 - 07.2016
- Starting the coffee once I got in the store in the morning
- Making sure all areas are fully stocked for morning rush
- Making sure cash drawers are correct and full
- Handling large amounts of orders making sure all orders are correct before customers leave store
- Making all coffee orders that I told to me making sure all orders are out in a timely manner
- Preparing food from start to finish in a timely matter
Food Prep/ Customer Service/ Shift Leader
The Kolache Factory
09.2015 - 02.2016
- On a daily basis I accepted payments from customers and made change as necessary
- Assisted my co-workers when needed
- Cleaned and maintained the beverage area, display cases, equipment
- Prepared coffee based drinks and other beverages upon request
- Served and prepared pastries and other food items
- Stocked and rotated products timely basis
- Checked in deliveries and signed off on products received
- Prepared various food for cooking or serving
- Informing patrons of establishment specialties and features
- Preformed opening and closing duties including stocking items and closing cash drawer
Server/ Waitress
Atria Vista Del Rio
12.2014 - 07.2015
- Stocking and refilling outside coffee, drinks, snacks as needed
- Taking food orders and serving food in a timely matter, making sure all customers were happy and had everything they needed
- Helping other team members with their sections, being part of a big team making sure everyone had what they needed
- Greeted every person who walked in to the dinning hall with a warm and friendly manner
- Cleaning in-between shifts making sure everything was stocked and well maintained
- Keeping open contact with chefs and coworkers
- Described all products to customers accurately explaining details of all merchandise
- Provided and elevated customer experience to generate a loyal clientele
Education
GED -
YDI
Albuquerque, NM02.2017
Skills
- Effective Skills Management
- Understanding Spectrum Challenges
- Student Rights Advocacy
- Instructional Assistance
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Experience with Special Needs
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Clear and Concise Communication
- Commitment to Safety Standards
- Data Gathering
- Classroom Assistance
- IEP Execution
Communication Skills
I have developed strong communication skills, allowing me to effectively interact with diverse individuals through various modalities . My experience in customer service has enhanced my ability to read body language, interpret facial expressions, and communicate effectively, including individuals with disabilities.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
MESD
09.2021 - Current
Floater/ Lead Teacher
ABC Preschool
04.2017 - 08.2017
Cashier/ Sandwich Artist
Subway
02.2017 - 04.2017
Cashier
Dunkin Donuts
03.2016 - 07.2016
Food Prep/ Customer Service/ Shift Leader
The Kolache Factory
09.2015 - 02.2016
Server/ Waitress
Atria Vista Del Rio
12.2014 - 07.2015
GED -
YDI
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