BERENICE SALAZAR
Harmony Public School
Houston,TX
2
Languages
13
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented education and administrative support professional with over 11 years of experience improving educational outcomes for students and families. Skilled in attendance administration, recordkeeping, and audit documentation. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with strong communication and organizational abilities that facilitate effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a concentration in Business.
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
7 Years 8 Months- Supported students with special needs by collaborating with teachers and campus staff, fostering a safe and organized learning environment.
- Acted as Attendance Specialist during the 2023–2024 school year and continued to assist with attendance responsibilities afterward.
- Handled sensitive student and family information with professionalism and discretion.
- Communicated with parents and staff about attendance matters, ensuring accurate documentation and timely resolution of issues.
- Communicated with parents, campus administrators, district personnel, and central-office staff regarding attendance matters and related documentation.
- Maintained organized attendance records and supporting documentation for audit purposes.
- Maintained attendance records and Excel spreadsheets to support accurate tracking, reporting, and follow-up.
- Balanced support for students with administrative tasks while adapting to changing priorities and collaborating with campus teams.
- Additional Attendance Specialist Responsibilities | 2023–2024 and Continuing
Key Holder / Sales Associate
9 Months- Delivered professional customer service and responded to customer questions in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Coordinated daily store operations and collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Helped maintain store organization and a positive customer experience while balancing multiple priorities.
- Supported daily store operations and helped coordinate tasks with team members.
- Maintained store organization and enhanced customer experience while managing multiple priorities.
Head Start Teacher Assistant / Social Worker Assistant
5 Years- Provided organized social-service and administrative support, ensuring accurate documentation, confidentiality, and responsiveness to family needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel to help address student and family concerns and connect families with appropriate support.
- Assisted with communication and support for families, responding professionally to questions and concerns.
- Supported teachers and students with daily classroom activities and supervision, enhancing educational routines and student engagement.
- Managed multiple responsibilities while fostering a supportive and respectful environment, promoting positive interactions among students and families.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Communications, Business Concentration
Expected Graduation
Associate Degree - Associates of Arts
Skills
IEP Support Strategies and implementation
Instructional support
Student Behavior and Classroom Management
Attendance and Data entry tracking
Records management
Administrative operations support
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Confidentiality and Attention to Detail
Effective communication with parents and staff
Proficient in English and Spanish communication
Learning disabilities support
Student advocacy
Multitasking proficiency
Team collaboration
Operational strategies
Visual Learning Aids
Social and group settings and support
Interpersonal relationship development
Communication skills
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Over 11 years of professional experience in educational settings.
- Experience communicating across campus, district, and central-office levels.
- Strong attention to detail in administrative records and audit documentation.
- Adaptable, dependable, and comfortable managing competing responsibilities.
- Bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Key Holder / Sales Associate
DKNY
06.2025 - 03.2026Read More
Special Education Paraprofessional
Harmony Public School
02.2019 - CurrentRead More
Head Start Teacher Assistant / Social Worker Assistant
Aldine Independent School District
01.2014 - 01.2019Read More
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor’s Degree from Communications, Business Concentration
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Lone Star College System
Associate Degree from Associates of Arts
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