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Andrea Gallardo Mendoza

Mission,Texas

Summary

Over the past 2 years, I've supported students with diverse learning needs in special education settings. I use customized instructional strategies to boost student engagement and progress. I'm also knowledgeable about effective classroom management techniques to maintain a supportive learning environment. Additionally, I have experience coaching Cross Country and Track & Field, to help athletes achieve their peak performance, utilizing effective training strategies and motivational techniques to inspire them.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Instructional Aide

Sharyland High School
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
  • Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
  • Worked closely with general education teachers to modify lesson plans, ensuring accommodations were effectively implemented for students with special needs.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted support strategies accordingly, ensuring continuous growth and development of skills.

Temporary Summer Track Aide

Mission Parks & Recreation
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Organized and led practice, such as the warm ups and physical activities.
  • Provided support to help a student with special needs learn and grow.
  • Provided constructive feedback to help athletes understand strengths and areas for improvement in their athletic performance.
  • Oversaw athletes on the field, I monitored for long periods of time, I enforced the rules, and supported the head coach.

Undergraduate Student Intern

UTRGV Athletics (Men & Women’s Track & Field)
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Demonstrated professionalism, performance skills and knowledge, dependability, and administrative abilities.
  • Enforced leadership and sportsmanlike behavior on the field.
  • Evaluated tapes of competition races to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Caregiver

Mickeys Learning Academy
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.

Education

Master of Education - Special Education

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX
05-2023

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

South Texas College
McAllen, TX
05-2020

Skills

  • Inclusion strategies
  • Classroom management
  • Classroom organization
  • Active listening
  • Communication
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Career Objective

Gaining more experience with children of all ages has been a personal goal of mine. Engaging with them in classrooms and on the field will help me sharpen my communication, decision-making, and patience skills. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, and I'm furthering my education to earn a Master of Education in Special Education. These degrees will allow me to create inclusive and accessible educational and physical experiences for all, including individuals with disabilities, fostering their well-being and involvement in society. Most importantly, contribute back to my community and promote inclusion.

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Academic ALL-WAC, Cross-Country                                                                             Fall 2020-Spring 2021 

Academic ALL-WAC, Outdoor Track & Field                                                                Fall 2020-Spring 2021 

Academic ALL-WAC, Cross-Country                                                                             Fall 2021-Spring 2022 

Academic ALL-WAC, Indoor Track & Field                                                                   Fall 2021-Spring 2022 

Academic ALL-WAC, Outdoor Track & Field                                                                Fall 2021-Spring 2022 

UTRGV Athletics (Women's Cross Country/Track & Field)                                          Fall 2020-Spring 2023

Special Olympics Inclusion College Club (SOICC)                                                       Spring 2023

Timeline

Special Education Instructional Aide

Sharyland High School
08.2023 - Current

Undergraduate Student Intern

UTRGV Athletics (Men & Women’s Track & Field)
01.2023 - 04.2023

Caregiver

Mickeys Learning Academy
11.2022 - 12.2022

Temporary Summer Track Aide

Mission Parks & Recreation
06.2022 - 07.2024

Master of Education - Special Education

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

South Texas College

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