Atiana Perez
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate education professional with experience in special education, early childhood education, and customer service. Skilled in IEP data collection, classroom management, small-group and whole-group instruction, behavioral support, lesson implementation, and creating positive learning environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional / Recreation & Leisure Teacher
Autism Academy for Education and Development
Gilbert, AZ
03.2023 - Current
- Collected and recorded IEP data to monitor student progress.
- Provided instruction in small groups with a 4:1 student-to-staff ratio.
- Implemented lesson plans and led whole-group instruction.
- Led transitions to and from specials and daily activities.
- Assisted with morning work, lesson preparation, bulletin boards, and classroom materials.
- Used manipulatives and hands-on learning strategies.
- Safety-Care trained in crisis prevention, de-escalation, and physical behavior management.
- Supported students' academic, behavioral, communication, and social-emotional goals.
- Assisted Art, Music, and Physical Education classes.
- Monitored bathroom breaks.
- Ensured the safe release of students to authorized guardians during daily arrival and dismissal operations.
Paraprofessional
Harrisburg Elementary School
Harrisburg, OR
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported classroom instruction and student learning.
- Worked with students 1:1
- Assisted with classroom management and behavior support.
Infant Room Teacher
La Petite Academy
- Provided nurturing care and supervision for infants.
- Supported developmental milestones through age-appropriate activities.
- Managed feeding, diapering, nap schedules, and daily care routines.
- Maintained communication with families.
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
- Led educational activities promoting cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Maintained a safe and engaging classroom environment.
- Implemented lesson plans and daily routines.
- Collaborated with families and staff.
Drink Maker / Cookie Froster
Swig
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared specialty drinks accurately and efficiently.
- Frosted and decorated cookies according to company standards.
- Restocked cups, lids, straws, and soda.
- Washed and prepared fruit wedges.
- Packaged and stored cookies.
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Mountain View High School
Mesa, ArizonaSkills
Behavior Management & Positive Behavior Support
Safety Care Certified
Special Education Support
Classroom Management
One-on-One & Small Group Instruction
Data Collection & Documentation
Crisis Prevention & De-escalation
Student Supervision & Safety
Team Collaboration
Social-Emotional Learning Support
Organization & Time Management
Emergency and Response Procedures
Certification
- IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Safety-Care Training
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Harrisburg Elementary School
10.2024 - 12.2024
Paraprofessional / Recreation & Leisure Teacher
Autism Academy for Education and Development
03.2023 - Current
Drink Maker / Cookie Froster
Swig
09.2020 - 05.2021
Infant Room Teacher
La Petite Academy
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
High School Diploma - undefined
Mountain View High School