Angelica Portillo
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Goal-oriented Paraprofessional that is caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Western Guidance Center/Fostering Change
Fort Smith, AR
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Daycare/Preschool Assistant
Children’s Paradise
Fort Smith, AR
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
Paraprofessional Aide
Howard Elementary School
Fort Smith, AR
08.2000 - 11.2017
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
Fort Smith, AR05.1999
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Field Trip Supervision
- Teacher Assistance
- Instructional Support
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Positive Learning Environment
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
Certification
Conscious Discipline training
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Western Guidance Center/Fostering Change
05.2023 - Current
Daycare/Preschool Assistant
Children’s Paradise
05.2023 - 08.2023
Paraprofessional Aide
Howard Elementary School
08.2000 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Northside High School