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Alesha Johnson

Santa Maria,CA

Summary

Compassionate individual known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior management, special education support, and individualized student assistance. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive educational environments and supporting diverse student needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Lucia Mar Unified School District
Grover Beach, CA
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
  • Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.

Preschool Teacher

A Child's Smile Preschool
Arroyo Grande, CA
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Potty trained/ Changed diapers
  • Checked children in and out

Preschool Teacher

Columbia Children’s Center
Santa Maria, CA
10.2017 - 12.2019
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
  • Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
  • Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.

Preschool Teacher

A Child's Smile Preschool
Arroyo Grande, CA
02.2016 - 09.2017
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
  • Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Changed Diapers/ Potty trained
  • Checked children in and out
  • Communicated very well with parents

ABA Therapist

BRIA
Santa Maria, CA
11.2016 - 02.2017
  • Trained families, teachers, aides, and other professionals in the implementation of behavior intervention strategies.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress towards treatment goals.
  • Created individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
  • Assisted clients in developing social skills such as turn taking, conversation maintenance, initiating interactions with peers.
  • Monitored client progress through the use of data collection systems and graphing techniques.

Family Nanny

Parents Of Children
Arroyo Grande, CA
01.2012 - 07.2013

Cared for a newborn and a 2 year old

  • Created art/ hands on activities for toddler
  • Nature walks with both boys
  • Playing pretend/creating fun environment
  • Potty Training/ diaper changing
  • Followed family schedule
  • Prepared meals/ bottles
  • Cleaned/ organized
  • Read stories aloud nightly before bedtime.
  • Provided emotional support during times of stress or transition.
  • Developed strong relationships with both parents to ensure open communication regarding the children's progress.

Floor Staff Member

Regal Cinemas
Arroyo Grande, CA
07.2011 - 01.2012

Lead Associate

  • Thoroughly cleaning each theater in a timely matter
  • Smooth operations of concession and box office
  • In charge of balancing cash drawer
  • Filled in whenever anyone called in sick
  • Help customers with any concerns
  • Informed customers of current promotions, discounts and special offers.
  • Worked closely with other staff members to ensure smooth operations.
  • Maintained an organized and clean work environment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Paraeductor/ Pre- Teaching

Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA
05-2023

Associate of Arts - Psychology Teacher Education

Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA

Skills

  • Special Education Support
  • Educational assistance
  • Arts and crafts
  • Classroom support
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Schedule Management
  • Storytelling
  • IEP compliance
  • Student Records Management
  • Teacher Support
  • Parent Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Educational Games
  • Activity implementation
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Educational Support
  • Patient
  • Classroom Management
  • Emotional Support
  • Behavior Management
  • Data Collection
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Classroom Organization

Certification

  • Certificate of Specialization Paraprof Educator Found
  • RBT Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Lucia Mar Unified School District
01.2022 - 06.2024

Preschool Teacher

A Child's Smile Preschool
12.2019 - 03.2020

Preschool Teacher

Columbia Children’s Center
10.2017 - 12.2019

ABA Therapist

BRIA
11.2016 - 02.2017

Preschool Teacher

A Child's Smile Preschool
02.2016 - 09.2017

Family Nanny

Parents Of Children
01.2012 - 07.2013

Floor Staff Member

Regal Cinemas
07.2011 - 01.2012

Associate of Arts - Paraeductor/ Pre- Teaching

Cuesta College

Associate of Arts - Psychology Teacher Education

Cuesta College
Alesha Johnson