Andrea Dykes
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional with strong classroom support, small group instruction, and inclusive learning skills. Known for collaborating with teachers, assisting students with special needs, and adapting tasks to support student growth.
Overview
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2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Caliber ChangeMakers Academy
Vallejo, California
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted education specialists and teachers in delivering lessons to enhance student understanding.
- Modified tasks to support inclusive learning for individual student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive behavior and support individual student progress.
- Supported small groups with reading and writing practice to foster engagement and skill development.
- Monitored student behavior and reinforced academy expectations throughout daily activities.
Early Intervention Specialist
Contra Costa ARC - now Vistability
Richmond, CA
03.2008 - 07.2018
- Monitored client progress toward meeting established IFSP goals, ensuring alignment with developmental milestones.
- Delivered early intervention services for students, ages 15 months to 3 years of age,with developmental delays.
- Assessed development of infants and toddlers through standardized assessments to identify needs and inform intervention strategies.
Guest Services
Target
Pleasant Hill, California
03.2006 - 03.2008
- Ensured smooth operations of guest services by responding to inquiries and resolving issues.
- Worked with guest services team to ensure efficient operations in accordance with established standards.
Assistant
Jones' Blessed Ones' Childcare
Vallejo, California
2003 - 2006
- Supported daily childcare routines at Jones' Blessed Ones Childcare.
- Supervised children during indoor activities, meals, and rest periods.
- Helped maintain organized play areas and classroom supplies.
- Guided children through handwashing, nap time, and transitions.
College for Kids Assistant
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, California
05.2003 - 07.2005
- Assisted students, staff, and visitors with campus information and front desk services.
- Assisted students and teachers in various engineering classrooms with safety techniques, projects and daily assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dr. James J. Hogan High School
Vallejo, CA06-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CASkills
- Inclusive instruction
- Classroom support
- Small group instruction
- Team collaboration
- Small group and individual assistance
- Helping students with special needs
Languages
American Sign Language
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Caliber ChangeMakers Academy
07.2018 - Current
Early Intervention Specialist
Contra Costa ARC - now Vistability
03.2008 - 07.2018
Guest Services
Target
03.2006 - 03.2008
College for Kids Assistant
Diablo Valley College
05.2003 - 07.2005
Assistant
Jones' Blessed Ones' Childcare
2003 - 2006
High School Diploma -
Dr. James J. Hogan High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Diablo Valley College