Ana Aguirre
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented Special Education Paraprofessional with well-established knowledge of lesson planning and individual student learning strategies. Trained in behavior management and personal hygiene needs. Kind and alert individual with dedication to long-term student success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Assistant
Imagine Desert West Elementary
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce core academic skills and concepts.
- Organized classroom resources and materials to enhance learning environments effectively.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to foster a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Established positive relationships with students through effective communication skills.
- Conducted assessments to determine the needs of the student population.
- Supervised lunchroom periods to ensure appropriate behavior among all participants.
- Participated in professional development sessions related to best practices in intervention services.
- Implemented targeted reading interventions for students struggling with literacy skills.
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Cartwright School District
Phoenix, Arizona
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with disabilities.
- Supported classroom management by promoting positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to teachers and parents.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts and skills in the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support to students during academic activities and assessments.
- Observed individual student performance in order to identify areas of strength or weakness within a subject area or task level.
Daycare Worker
A Kiddies Kingdom
Phoenix, Arizona
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Supervised daily activities for children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for children.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom space.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Fowler School District
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with disabilities.
- Supported classroom management by promoting positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts and skills in the classroom.
daycare preschool teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center
Phoenix, Arizona
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated daily classroom activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Guided children in basic literacy and numeracy skills through interactive play.
- Collaborated with parents to create effective communication and support strategies.
- Monitored classroom behavior, implementing positive reinforcement techniques consistently.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance learning environments.
- Assessed student progress, adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Reading Interventionist
Fowler School District
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Implemented targeted reading interventions for students struggling with literacy skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to design individualized learning plans for diverse learners.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to enhance reading comprehension.
- Monitored student behavior and engagement during literacy activities and sessions.
Custodian
Fowler School District
Phoenix, Arizona
01.2014 - 02.2014
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classrooms and common areas.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZBusiness Administration And Management
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Targeted reading interventions
- Classroom resource organization
- Individualized learning plans
- Behavior management techniques
- Student progress monitoring
- Positive classroom environment
- Small group instruction
- Relationship building
- Effective communication strategies
- Collaborative teaching practices
- Student assessment techniques
- Active listening
- Instructional support
- Teaching strategies
- Autism spectrum
- Behavior modification
- Data collection
- Learning disability support
- Special education
- IEP implementation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Intervention Assistant
Imagine Desert West Elementary
08.2022 - Current
SpEd Paraprofessional
Cartwright School District
01.2018 - 05.2022
Daycare Worker
A Kiddies Kingdom
11.2017 - 12.2017
SpEd Paraprofessional
Fowler School District
08.2016 - 08.2017
daycare preschool teacher
Tutor Time Learning Center
06.2014 - 07.2016
Reading Interventionist
Fowler School District
02.2014 - 05.2014
Custodian
Fowler School District
01.2014 - 02.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
Business Administration And Management
Maricopa Community Colleges, Phoenix College
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