Cecilia Loera
Reedley,CA
Summary
Versatile Special Education Instructional Assistant with 5 years of experience instructing students and supporting lead teachers. Highly skilled at reinforcing lesson information, tutoring, enforcing rules and preparing materials. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Technician
Jefferson Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes, and color recognition.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Special Education Technician
Sheridan Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Shift Supervisor
Kentucky Fried Chicken
02.2012 - 06.2018
- Assisted upper management with daily operations to meet standards of service and quality.
- Coordinated shift workers for inventory receiving, auditing and restocking.
- Reinforced rules to promote superior employee performance.
- Evaluated and performed equipment maintenance to support operational goals.
- Resolved customer complaints and reported issues to senior management.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Reedley College
Reedley, CASkills
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Group and Individual Instruction
- De-escalation Techniques
- Calm Under Pressure
- Clear Communication
- Enrichment Activities
- Special Needs
- Quick Thinking
Timeline
Special Education Technician
Jefferson Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Technician
Sheridan Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2022
Shift Supervisor
Kentucky Fried Chicken
02.2012 - 06.2018
Early Childhood Education
Reedley College
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