Hi, I’m
Celeste Polanco
Gretna,LA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time or part- time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with numerous departments and standard education teachers.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
08.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Collaborated with numerous departments and standard education teachers.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Target Stores
Sales Clerk
11.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
- Enhanced customer service experience by acting quickly and applying appropriate resolutions for common problems.
- Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
ESL Paraprofessional
08.2004 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Identified pupil needs and cooperated with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude and learning problems.
- Evaluated and recorded various aspects of students' progress and reported information to parents.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Worked well in the team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
School of Urban MissionsOakland, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Biblical Studies
05.2009
Skills
- Paraprofessional Oversight
- Evidence-Based Assessment
- IEP Development
- Spanish Speaking
- Restock Shelves
- Meeting Deadlines
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Money Handling
- Listening Skills
- Cash Register Operation
- Speaking Clearly
Additional Information
I am currently in the I-Teach Certification program.
I am a team-player.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Athlos Academy Of Jefferson Parish
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Inclusion Teacher
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2021
Sales Clerk
Target Stores
11.2013 - 12.2013
ESL Paraprofessional
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2012
School of Urban Missions
Bachelor of Arts from Biblical Studies
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