Cecilia Akers
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Paraprofessional offers 3 years in Elementary School classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn, and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional Instructor
Corpus Christi Independent School District
02.2023 - Current
- Supported classroom activities, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences.
- Assisted teachers in delivering instructional materials and curriculum modifications for diverse learners.
- Monitored student behavior, promoting a positive classroom environment and effective peer interactions.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
- Followed district safety policies, emergency procedures, and immediate reporting of any suspected abuse or incidents.
- Covered PE coach lessons.
- Covered Nurse's duties.
Indirect Court Coordinator
Nueces County Adult Probation
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated case management processes to ensure compliance with probation requirements.
- Implemented tracking systems for monitoring client progress and adherence to court orders.
- Facilitated regular meetings with probation officers to discuss case updates and challenges.
- Administrated drug test to defendants for violation of conditions.
- Communicated probation conditions with court house, judges and bailiff.
Intake Support Specialist
Nueces County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 08.2022
- Facilitated intake process for individuals entering the criminal justice system.
- Coordinated communication between law enforcement and community resources.
- Trained new staff on intake procedures and effective documentation practices.
- Immigration status check.
- Checked inmates for active warrants.
- Booked inmate according to law enforcement charges.
- Informed family members of current charges and processing of incarceration during jail time.
Insurance Agent
State Farm
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Developed customized insurance solutions to meet client needs and enhance satisfaction.
- Analyzed risk factors to provide accurate policy recommendations and mitigate potential losses.
- Trained and mentored junior agents on product knowledge and customer engagement strategies.
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
Education
No Degree - International Business
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZNo Degree - Kinesiology
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Classroom management
- Teacher collaboration
- Writing support
- Classroom organization
Certification
TOPS traninig
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional Instructor
Corpus Christi Independent School District
02.2023 - Current
Indirect Court Coordinator
Nueces County Adult Probation
08.2022 - 02.2023
Intake Support Specialist
Nueces County Sheriff's Office
01.2017 - 08.2022
Insurance Agent
State Farm
11.2014 - 11.2017
No Degree - International Business
Pima Community College
No Degree - Kinesiology
Del Mar College