Brenda Garcia
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional with a strong background in supporting classroom instruction and managing student behavior. Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to enhance student engagement and facilitate communication among teachers, students, and parents. Organized classroom materials effectively to create conducive learning environments and provided tailored support to students with special needs. Participated in professional development workshops to refine instructional techniques and improve student outcomes.
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Motivated Paraprofessional with solid several-year track record of managing diverse children in classroom settings. Well-versed in lesson plan assistance, recordkeeping, and teacher assistance. Dedicated to helping students learn and grow.
Knowledgeable support professional with experience assisting teachers in classrooms, between classes and during field trips. Devoted to student learning and safety. Always ready to step in and help with any need.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
S. A. I. S. D.
San Antonio
04.2013 - 08.2022
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting teachers with lesson plans and activities.
- Managed student behavior by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and interventions.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents regarding student progress.
- Organized and maintained classroom materials to enhance learning environments.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs during instructional time.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional strategies and support techniques.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- C. P. I. Training
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
Education
GED -
G. E. D.
San Antonio, Texas05-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Education
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Behavior management
- Individualized support
- Positive reinforcement
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Instructional support
- Professional development
- Parental engagement
- Friendly and outgoing
- Parent communication
- Storytelling
- Individual instruction
- Behavior improvements
- Progress monitoring
- Effective communication
- Social-emotional support
- Student accommodation
- Autism spectrum
- Emotional support
- Behavior modification
- Reading support
- Helping students with special needs
- Note-taking assistance
- Small group and individual assistance
- Supervising student activities
- Disability awareness
- Differentiated instruction
- Educational support
- Group and individual instruction
- Student supervision
- Calm and patient demeanor
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Arts and crafts
Timeline
Paraprofessional
S. A. I. S. D.
04.2013 - 08.2022
GED -
G. E. D.
Some College (No Degree) - Education
San Antonio College