Angelica Maduena
Santa Ana
Summary
Dedicated Autism Paraprofessional at Santa Ana School District, skilled in implementing visual supports and fostering peer interactions. Known for emotional regulation support and crisis intervention, I successfully enhanced student independence and social skills, creating a nurturing environment that promoted positive outcomes for diverse learners.
Experienced with supporting students with autism in educational settings. Utilizes individualized learning plans and behavioral management techniques effectively. Knowledge of communication strategies and problem-solving to enhance student engagement and success.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Autism Paraprofessional
Santa Ana School District
Santa Ana, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Supported students with autism in daily activities, fostering independence and social skills.
- Collaborated with educators to implement individualized education plans effectively.
- Monitored student behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in the development of tailored instructional materials for diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavioral intervention techniques to promote positive outcomes in classroom settings.
- Established clear expectations for behavior using consistent reinforcement strategies that fostered independence among autistic learners.
- Helped teacher devise special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on sympathetic understanding of individual students' needs, interests and abilities.
- Guided independent study, enrichment work and remedial work set up and assigned by teacher.
- Facilitated peer interactions and group activities, encouraging socialization among autistic students.
- Assisted with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
- Assisted in implementing social skills programs that improved peer relationships and collaboration among students with autism.
- Implemented visual schedules and social stories to improve comprehension and daily routines for autistic students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices related to supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
- Trained in crisis prevention and intervention techniques, effectively deescalating challenging situations when necessary.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
ABC Development Preschool
La Palma, CA
08.2017 - 09.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's development through effective communication and resource sharing.
- Organized educational activities enhancing creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Established daily routines that encouraged positive behavior and enhanced classroom dynamics.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by implementing effective classroom management techniques, fostering respect and collaboration among students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Assisted and supervised 12 children through entire school day.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Restaurant Hostess
Anaheim White House Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
12.2013 - 03.2017
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere and smooth flow of restaurant operations.
- Managed reservations and waitlists using digital scheduling systems to optimize guest experiences.
- Collaborated with servers and kitchen staff to facilitate timely service during peak hours.
- Trained new hostesses on operational procedures, enhancing team performance and consistency.
- Resolved guest inquiries and concerns promptly, maintaining high satisfaction levels throughout dining experience.
- Monitored table turnover rates, implementing strategies to improve efficiency during busy periods.
- Developed strong relationships with regular patrons, fostering loyalty and repeat business for the restaurant.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Resolved guest complaints professionally, taking appropriate action to address issues and improve future experiences.
- Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
- Trained new hostess staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices ensuring consistency across all shifts.
- Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
- Maintained guest privacy and confidentiality when handling sensitive information such as reservation details or personal preferences.
- Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
- Adapted to various dining room configurations during private events or seasonal changes, maximizing available space for optimal guest flow.
- Supported restaurant promotions and events by informing guests of upcoming happenings or special menu items.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
- Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
- Advised customers about special offerings and menu items to help drive sales.
Education
Early Childhood Studies
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA04-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA12-2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA12-2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA12-2016
Skills
- Reinforcement systems
- Emotional regulation support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Functional communication training
- Motor skills development
- Nonverbal communication
- Picture exchange communication
- Visual supports implementation
- Self-care assistance
- Autism spectrum
- Peer interaction support
- Inclusive classroom support
- Friendly and outgoing
- Patient
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Organization and prioritization
- Classroom organization
- Classroom support
- Emotional support
- Student supervision
- Teacher assistance
- Small group and individual assistance
- Safety
- Helping students with special needs
- Supervising student activities
- Crisis intervention
- Schedule management
- Group and individual instruction
- Educational assistance
- Reading and writing support
- Instructional support
- Arts and crafts
- Child development
- Crisis management
- Special education support
- Disability awareness
- After-school programs
- Creating visual displays
- Special education
- Elementary education
Timeline
Autism Paraprofessional
Santa Ana School District
09.2022 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
ABC Development Preschool
08.2017 - 09.2021
Restaurant Hostess
Anaheim White House Restaurant
12.2013 - 03.2017
Early Childhood Studies
California Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
California Baptist University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Santa Ana College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Santa Ana College
Bronze Award in Girl Scouts of America
Under the guidance and supervision of a Troop Leader and trained Sign Language Community Member, I organized and conducted a day long training on Sign Language. The Girl Scouts who attended the activity were first educated on the importance and use of Sign Language, before moving on to basic signs and how to properly communicate them. By the end of the training, the Girl Scouts were able to spell the Alphabet, spell their names, and say ten basic phrases such as "yes, no, thank you, please, more, water, mom, dad, grandma and grandpa".