Christina Polakis
Newhall,CA
Summary
Dedicated Special Needs Assistant with extensive experience at the Los Angeles School District, adept at fostering social skills and providing emotional support. Proven ability to enhance classroom management and implement individualized education plans, resulting in improved student engagement and positive learning outcomes. Committed to creating inclusive environments for diverse learners.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Needs Assistant
Los Angeles School District
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted students with daily routines, promoting independence and self-confidence.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing materials and organizing resources for instruction.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement individualized education plans for diverse learning needs.
- Observed student behavior, providing feedback to educators on progress and challenges faced.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Saugus Union School District
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by facilitating positive student behavior and engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt instructional materials for varied learning styles and abilities.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers on academic and social development.
Special Needs Assistant
Los Angles Unified School District
03.2016 - 12.2021
- Facilitated communication between students and peers, fostering social skills development.
- Reinforced learning objectives through one-on-one guidance during academic tasks and play activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment, ensuring all students felt valued and respected.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance understanding of special needs education practices and strategies.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Studies
Pierce College
Woodland Hills, Ca High School Diploma -
Alemany
Mission Hills, CA06-2005
Skills
- Classroom management
- Social skills development
- Emotional support
- Teacher assistance
Certification
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training
- CPR Training
Timeline
Special Needs Assistant
Los Angeles School District
03.2024 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Saugus Union School District
01.2022 - 03.2024
Special Needs Assistant
Los Angles Unified School District
03.2016 - 12.2021
No Degree - Liberal Studies
Pierce College
High School Diploma -
Alemany
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