Chrystopher Garcia
Oviedo
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in behavior management and communication techniques. Proven ability to foster independent thinking and self-advocacy among clients through effective implementation of Individualized Plans. Dedicated to creating safe and engaging environments that promote optimal outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Faith Assembly Child Development
Orlando
03.2025 - Current
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
Observer Intern
Arise Autism Center
Lake Mary
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Shadowed behavioral technicians to monitor kids with pads, to engage and stay on task.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Scheduled tutoring session observation to help students improve grades and gain a better grasp of course material.
- Monitored behaviors and proactively redirected to prevent/avoid repetitive negative behaviors.
Online Teaching Assistant
University of Central Florida, UCF
Orlando
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Communicated regularly with instructors to ensure that all course requirements were met.
- Monitored student participation in online discussions and provided feedback as needed.
- Generated reports from data stored within the LMS for review by instructors or administrators.
- Responded promptly to student inquiries about course material or other related topics via email or chat sessions.
- Assisted with the development of online course materials, including lectures and interactive activities.
- Provided guidance regarding best practices for effective communication within a virtual classroom setting.
- Updated course syllabi, calendars, announcements, forums, grade books, quizzes, and tests as required by instructors.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Central Florida
Orlando12-2024
Skills
- Data analysis
- Adaptability training
- Behavior management
- Learning assessment
- Communication techniques
- Individualized education plans
Accomplishments
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2024
- President's List in 2022
- President's List in 2021
- Recognized by Phi Theta Kappa
- Recognized by The National Society of Leadership and Sucess
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Faith Assembly Child Development
03.2025 - Current
Observer Intern
Arise Autism Center
08.2024 - 08.2024
Online Teaching Assistant
University of Central Florida, UCF
03.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science -
University of Central Florida
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