Carolina Ogaz-Rodriguez
Westminster,CA
Summary
Bilingual (English/Spanish) support professional with 10+ years of experience in early childhood education, family engagement, and community support.
Experienced program coordination professional prepared for this role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Highly adaptable with skills in project management, stakeholder communication, and resource allocation. Valued for reliability and ability to meet changing needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Education Assistant
Westminster School District
Westminster, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Observe and document developmental progress and classroom behaviors
- Communicate regularly with families to support student needs
- Implement Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) strategies
- Maintain a safe and structured learning environment
Pre-K Instructional Provider
Santa Ana Unified School District
Santa Ana, CA
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Supported preschool students’ academic and social-emotional growth
- Assisted with routines, transitions, and classroom engagement
- Led small-group learning activities to build communication skills
Reading Program Coordinator
T.H.I.N.K. Together
Costa Mesa, CA
09.2015 - 12.2022
- Supported literacy development for 100+ students and families
- Assessed student needs and provided individualized reading support
- Coached parents on at-home literacy strategies (bilingual resources)
- Trained volunteers and maintained community partnerships
Bilingual Testing Clerk
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
Mission Viejo, CA
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Conducted bilingual interviews with students and families
- Supported English learner assessments and placement processes
- Maintained confidential student records and documentation
Bilingual Community Services Liaison
Capistrano Unified School District
San Juan Capistrano, CA
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Served as liaison between schools and Spanish-speaking families
- Assisted with school forms, attendance, and resource access
- Translated school communications and newsletters
- Maintained student records and coordinated with staff
Education
B.A. - Sociology & Psychology
University of California, Davis
06-2011
Associate of Science - Spanish / English Interpretation And Translation
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA12-2026
Skills
- Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)
- Family & Community Support
- Case Coordination & Client Services
- Documentation & Record Management
- Social-Emotional Support
- Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
- Community Outreach & Advocacy
- Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook
- Team Collaboration & Customer Service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Early Education Assistant
Westminster School District
08.2024 - Current
Pre-K Instructional Provider
Santa Ana Unified School District
12.2022 - 08.2024
Reading Program Coordinator
T.H.I.N.K. Together
09.2015 - 12.2022
Bilingual Testing Clerk
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
11.2014 - 09.2015
Bilingual Community Services Liaison
Capistrano Unified School District
02.2014 - 11.2014
B.A. - Sociology & Psychology
University of California, Davis
Associate of Science - Spanish / English Interpretation And Translation
Santa Ana College