Amanda Kitchen
Mission Viejo,CA
Summary
Dynamic instructional assistant with extensive experience at Saddleback Valley Unified School District, adept at special education support and student assessment. Proven ability to enhance classroom environments and implement IEPs effectively. Strong communication skills and proficient in Microsoft Excel, fostering positive relationships with students and staff to drive academic success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant IBI
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
Mission Viejo, California
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with special needs in daily learning tasks.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a positive classroom environment.
- Organized educational materials and resources for teacher use.
- Supervised students during recess and lunchtime activities.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance instructional techniques.
- Maintained student records and documentation for assessment purposes.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Monitored students in class, hallways, and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Supported classroom teachers by supervising students during lunch and recess periods or field trips.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials, and supplies.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper, and art materials.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all students had access to a quality educational program.
- Attended training sessions on best practices for working with students with special needs.
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Maintained records of student performance according to school policies and procedures.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
- Provided support services such as tutoring or guidance counseling when needed.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers within the classroom setting.
- Conducted assessments of student skills to identify needs and develop instructional plans.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Administered standardized tests under the supervision of certified personnel.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
- Assisted in developing Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Student Services Technician
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
Mission Viejo, California
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted students with enrollment and registration processes.
- Managed student records using information management systems.
- Provided guidance on academic policies and procedures to students.
- Collaborated with faculty to address student needs and concerns.
- Facilitated communication between students and administrative departments.
- Resolved student inquiries through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Coordinated with academic advisors to ensure that students are meeting their educational goals.
- Answered phone calls from prospective students seeking more information about programs offered.
- Prepared documents for review by appropriate personnel such as transcripts or financial aid forms.
- Processed requests for transcripts or diplomas in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records in student databases for enrollment data, contact information, transcripts.
- Provided technical support to students and staff regarding the use of computers, printers, software applications, and other technology.
- Assessed needs of individual students through one-on-one meetings or surveys.
- Created reports on student activities such as attendance records and grades.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from parents, faculty members, and other stakeholders about student matters.
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester and reported any issues to the administration team.
- Verified data destruction on hard drives to preserve data security and protection.
- Efficiently answered calls and emails from help desk to provide back up support to team.
- Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.
- Prepared and maintained personnel reports and records for officials and agencies.
Instructional Assistant IBI
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
Mission Viejo, California
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with special needs in daily learning tasks.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a positive classroom environment.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance instructional techniques.
- Maintained student records and documentation for assessment purposes.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Assisted teachers in providing accommodations for students who need additional support.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Evaluated individual student needs and assessed academic and social situations to address challenges and goals.
- Maintained records of student performance according to school policies and procedures.
Human Resources Technician
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
MISSION VIEJO, CA
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepare human resources reports for approval of the Board of Education; organize the recruitment of classified employees, including receiving and placing advertisements in local and state; process applications and/or placement files; verifying education and experience requirements; prepare job announcements; explain; act as liaison between the Human Resources Department and other operating departments within the District; process new employees and subsequent changes in employment status; provide orientation information to new employees regarding District policies, procedures, rules and regulations; post data and information to automated human resources database system; initiate salary advancement transactions; process leaves with and without pay; prepare staff and salary verifications, seniority lists, reasonable assurance letters and other related human resources documents and records; maintain human resources files and records; type memos, correspondence and forms; assist assigned administrator with various projects including surveys, studies, reports, revisions to policy procedures, rules and regulations; respond to requests for information by employees, District officials, public and private agencies; receive complaints and take actions accordingly.
Instructional Assistant IBI
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
MISSION VIEJO, CA
05.2018 - 07.2023
- Provide Intensive Behavioral Instruction to select students, one on one, in small or large groups; perform paraprofessional instructional activities; support the training and learning activities with children experiencing special needs; assist instructional personnel in the implementation of IEP plans for students; record and prepare student progress report based on the IEP goals; provide information to supervisor concerning student progress; collect and summarize data; maintain and organize program notebooks; implement program modifications, administer drills, review data with supervisor, report concerns; prepare materials; participate in in-service training sessions; assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises; tutor individual students and small groups of students with special learning needs to reinforce and follow up learning and training activities; perform routine clerical tasks such as typing, computer operation, filing and photocopying; maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information; assist with toileting or other bodily care needs; and perform other related duties as needed.
Health Office Aide
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
MISSION VIEJO, CA
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Administer first aid and medication, as indicated; maintain cot and treatment room along with receiving and storage areas; admit students to Health Office and supervise; contact parents regarding ill students; record dispositions of student complaints or injuries; assist with monitoring attendance of students with identified health problems/special needs; assist with specialized health procedures, as trained and assigned; i.e., suctioning, tube feeding, catheterization, etc.; review and clarify health problems lists; maintain student health records, emergency cards, daily record cards, and other miscellaneous files; monitor compliance with and prepare and maintain reports/records of mandated screenings, and immunizations (i.e., TB, immunizations, school entrance physicals, hearing, vision, Child Health and Disability Prevention [CHDP], etc.); prepare statistical information when required; handle the basic Health Office clerical responsibilities such as answering the phone, preparing records, typing letters, filing of testing results, screening follow-ups, etc.; prepare letters for parent approval/disapproval of health programs when indicated (examples: growth & development, hearing & vision); do necessary duplicating duties; inventory and submit order for health office supplies and first aid supplies; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Education
AA Degree - General Studies
Orange Coast College
COSTA MESA, CABachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Communication skills
- Classroom management
- Special education support
- Student assessment
- Record keeping
- Data management
- Interpersonal communication
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Behavior management
- Task prioritization
- Student motivation
- Small group and individual assistance
- IEP adherence
- Time management
- Microsoft Excel
- Typing speed of 55 words per minute
Timeline
Instructional Assistant IBI
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
04.2025 - Current
Student Services Technician
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
10.2024 - 04.2025
Instructional Assistant IBI
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
01.2024 - 10.2024
Human Resources Technician
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
07.2023 - 01.2024
Instructional Assistant IBI
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
05.2018 - 07.2023
Health Office Aide
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
10.2017 - 05.2018
AA Degree - General Studies
Orange Coast College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
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