Candace Mondaca
Bay Minette,AL
Summary
Dynamic paraprofessional with a proven track record at Bay Minette Elementary School. Successfully fostered a positive learning environment and supported students with special needs, enhancing classroom dynamics and student engagement. Recognized for dedication and ability to adapt, ensuring educational continuity and safety.
Experienced with administrative support and office coordination. Utilizes organizational skills to manage schedules and maintain records efficiently. Track record of effective communication and problem-solving in dynamic office environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Bay Minette Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Helped students transition from the classroom to their designated general education classroom.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Substitute Teacher
Baldwin County Board of Education
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Sonographer -
Rome, GA05-2015
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Customer service
- Positive attitude
- Dedicated team player
- Time management
- Data entry
- Document management
Certification
- MCS Training - 2024
- LAMP Training - 2024
- ACAP Training
- Seizure Certification
- Bus Training
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Bay Minette Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Baldwin County Board of Education
08.2018 - 08.2023
Sonographer -
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