Amy Sanchez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Paraprofessional adept at forging strong connections with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally sensitive support and addressing the distinct needs of diverse student populations. By maintaining a patient demeanor, creates a welcoming atmosphere that fosters student confidence in seeking clarification and mastering new concepts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SECA/Paraprofessional
Chicago Public Schools
04.2018 - 06.2024
- PAC (Parent Advisory Committee) 2021-2023
- Assist Special Education teachers in elementary and high school, in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities
- Provide one on one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts
- Supporting students in classroom with assignments
- Managing classroom behavior
- Oversaw 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.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Paraprofessional
Elim Christian Services
05.2014 - 02.2018
- Assist teacher with performing scheduled programmed activities
- Assist student with personal care needs
- Assist the teacher by observing, recording, and charting students' progress
- Implement behavior management techniques as instructed by the teacher and/or behavior therapist
- Learn to use and assist in the care of equipment and devices that students may require.
Education
A.A Liberal Art -
Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL05.2013
Skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Team Player
- Flexible with willing to try new things and am interested in improving efficiency on assigned tasks
- Attention to detail
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Effective Communication
- Behavior Management
- Special Education Support
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Teacher Support
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom support
- CPR and First Aid
- Teacher Assistance
- Special Education
- Computer Skills
- Instructional support
- Group and individual instruction
- Emotional Support
- Reading and Writing Support
- Activity Planning
- Individual Student Assistance
- Clerical Support
Certification
Certified Paraprofessional, 06/2014 - 06/2024
Timeline
SECA/Paraprofessional
Chicago Public Schools
04.2018 - 06.2024
Paraprofessional
Elim Christian Services
05.2014 - 02.2018
A.A Liberal Art -
Richard J. Daley College