Ana Villarreal Cuellar
Parrish
Summary
Dedicated Paraprofessional with over 25 years of experience supporting elementary classrooms through effective classroom management and structured instructional support. Skilled in developing strategies to meet diverse learning needs while ensuring student safety and well-being. Experienced in collaborating with educators to enhance student learning and providing Spanish-English translation to support Spanish-speaking students and families.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
School District of Manatee County - Blackburn Elementary
10.1998 - Current
- Support classroom management by assisting teachers with lesson preparation and student engagement.
- Implement individualized support strategies to enhance student learning outcomes and behavioral skills.
- Collaborate with educators to develop and modify instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
- Monitor student progress through assessments, providing feedback to teachers on academic performance.
- Support small-group and one-on-one instruction in literacy, math, and social development.
- Reinforce lessons using hands-on activities and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Help maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Student support and ESE experience
- Provided individualized support for students with developmental delays, sensory sensitivities, and motor challenges.
- Assisted with implementation of IEPs and behavior support plans under teacher supervision.
- Used visual supports, schedules, and adaptive materials to meet diverse learning needs.
- Support classroom routines, transitions, and behavior expectations.
- Use positive behavior strategies and redirection techniques.
- Help ensure. student safety during classroom activities, recess, and transitions.
- Supervise students during arrival, lunch, and playground activities.
- Provide Spanish-English and English-Spanish translation during parent-teacher conferences, MTSS, and IEP meetings.
- Assisted Spanish-speaking families in understanding academic expectations, school procedures, and student progress.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL05-2024
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Teacher support
- Patient
- Classroom support
- CPR and first aid
- Teacher assistance
- Classroom management
- Student supervision
- Instructional support
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Student health and safety
- Documentation
- Small group instruction
Accomplishments
Completed numerous in-service trainings and professional development workshops focused on classroom management, student safety, and instructional support.
Assist in implementing lesson plans and course plans aligned with classroom goals and early learning standards.
Contribute to the creation of structured learning activities to meet diverse learning needs.
Support instructional planning through the preparation of materials, learning centers, and visual support.
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- Emergency Preparedness/School Safety Training
- Bilingual Paraprofessional
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Paraprofessional
School District of Manatee County - Blackburn Elementary
10.1998 - Current
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
State College of Florida