Chastity Terrazas

As a paraprofessional it was my duty to assist students in their academic journey by working alongside special education teacher and students with disabilities. My main duties as a special education paraprofessional included assisting students in class, providing small group instruction, leading students in group activities, developing specialized curriculum for students with disabilities, monitoring students during breaks, and completing assignments and reports. Other duties included preparing classroom materials for teacher, maintaining order in the classroom, supporting IEP goals, and collaborating with other teachers and counselors to meet student needs.

• Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
• Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
• Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
• Built strong, trust-based relationships with youth, becoming reliable and positive role model.
• Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
• Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
• Assisted with daily living skills training, supporting self-sufficiency among program participants.
• Utilized system model to teach youth life skills in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
• Ensured proper medication administration for individuals under my care according to doctors'' orders.
• Promoted emotional well-being by providing individualized support and counseling to address personal challenges faced by each youth.
• Established clear expectations for behavior within the residential facility, reinforcing accountability among youths in our care.
• Implemented behavior modification techniques to foster positive growth and change in troubled youths.
• Maintained accurate case records, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and state regulations.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each youth''s specific needs.

• Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
• Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
• Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
• Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.

• Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
• Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
• Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
• Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
• Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect resident health.
• Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
• Utilized effective time management skills to balance dishwashing duties with any additional cleaning or food preparation tasks assigned.