Aida Ortiz
MILWAUKEE,WI
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operations Associate(OPS)
Carmen Southeast High School
2500 W Oklahoma Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53215
10.2024 - Current
- Supported team in executing standard operating procedures for operational consistency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges effectively.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to School policies and procedures.
- Resolved parents issues promptly and professionally, maintaining high satisfaction rates while minimizing escalations.
- Maintained and prioritized to-do-list and followed up to complete tasks on-time.
- Optimized workspace layout for improved workflow and efficiency, leading to more productive work environment.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Managed student records, attendance tracking, and data entry in school systems
- Assisted teachers and administrators with operational and office support
- Helped maintain organized documentation and office systems
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accuracy and timely replenishment of stock.
Paraprofessional Lincoln Elementary School
MPS
Milwaukee, WI
02.2012 - 10.2024
- Oversaw 60 students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Camp Lincoln After School Director
MPS Recreation
Milwaukee, WI
10.2013 - 06.2022
- Monitored progress towards program goals, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continuous improvement.
- Promoted diversity within the program by incorporating multicultural elements into curriculum planning and staffing decisions.
- Collaborated with school administrators to align after-school programming with the school''s academic objectives.
- Optimized scheduling processes to maximize student engagement while minimizing conflicts with other extracurricular activities.
Early Head Start Teacher
La Casa De La Esperanza
Waukesha, WI
03.2008 - 03.2012
- Provided ongoing professional development for staff members by leading workshops on best practices in early childhood education settings.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication through regular updates on student progress and collaborative problem-solving approaches.
- Reduced behavioral issues by creating a positive classroom environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
- Promoted creativity through imaginative play activities that encouraged expression of thoughts and feelings in a supportive setting.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that connected subject areas, fostering deeper understanding for students.
Lead Toddler Teacher
La Causa
Milwaukee, WI
05.2001 - 07.2005
- Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
- Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
Education
CDA Credential -
La Causa
Milwaukee, WIMilwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI 08.2010 - 11.2011
Peace Training Academy
07.2002 - 02.2003
Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Guayama, PR 08.1993 - 08.2004
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio
08.1991 - 07.1993
High School Diploma -
South Division High School
Milwaukee, WI07-1991
Skills
- Excellent listener
- Friendly, courteous, & service oriented
- Creative
- Bilingual
- Organization and Operational efficiency
- Problem Solving
- Responsible
Timeline
Operations Associate(OPS)
Carmen Southeast High School
10.2024 - Current
Camp Lincoln After School Director
MPS Recreation
10.2013 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional Lincoln Elementary School
MPS
02.2012 - 10.2024
Milwaukee Area Technical College
08.2010 - 11.2011
Early Head Start Teacher
La Casa De La Esperanza
03.2008 - 03.2012
Peace Training Academy
07.2002 - 02.2003
Lead Toddler Teacher
La Causa
05.2001 - 07.2005
Catholic University of Puerto Rico
08.1993 - 08.2004
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio
08.1991 - 07.1993
CDA Credential -
La Causa
High School Diploma -
South Division High School