Consuela Collaso
Minneapolis,Minnesota
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented with great multitasking and task prioritization skills whether it be in Education, Customer Service, and/or office based tasks.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Special Education Teacher Assistant
Minneapolis Public Schools
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Reduced classroom disruptions by implementing effective behavior management strategies tailored to individual students'' needs.
- Strengthened communication between school and families by providing bilingual support during parent-teacher conferences and meetings.
Enumerator/Translator
Census
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Managed time effectively while working independently, prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines consistently.
- Increased efficiency in data entry by accurately inputting collected information into the designated database system.
- Traveled door-to-door in assigned communities and requested participation in census interview, clearly explaining process and purpose in English and Spanish
- Collaborated with fellow enumerators for efficient coverage of assigned areas, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Addressed non-responsive initial interviewees by conducting follow-up calls or in-person visits to promote census importance and rights of participation.
- Clarified complex survey questions for respondents when needed, ensuring clear understanding before proceeding with data collection efforts.
- Maintained accurate records of completed surveys, contact information, and other relevant data as required by the project scope.
Rapid Rehousing Case Specialist
CLUES
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to legal regulations and company policies.
- Established strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and advocating on their behalf.
- Enhanced team collaboration with regular communication, sharing of resources, and support for colleagues.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of clients'' needs, developing tailored strategies for each individual case.
- Optimized workload management to handle high-volume cases without compromising accuracy or attention to detail.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing timely updates, addressing concerns, and offering solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when handling challenging cases, employing creative problem-solving techniques to achieve successful outcomes.
- Educated clients on tenant rights and responsibilities, promoting positive landlord-tenant relationships and preventing eviction proceedings.
- Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting service plans as needed to optimize outcomes for each individual or family served.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, de-escalating situations and connecting clients with emergency resources.
- Prevented homelessness by providing comprehensive case management services to at-risk individuals and families.
- Provided ongoing follow-up care after initial interventions were implemented ensuring continued stability among successful cases.
Assistant Teacher
Tierra Encantada
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Receptionist Intern
Children's Dental Services
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Maintained cleanliness of reception area, creating a welcoming atmosphere for visitors and employees alike.
- Assisted in event planning and coordination, ensuring successful execution of company functions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the front desk.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines, ensuring client trust.
- Fostered better understanding of complex documents by translating technical manuals, legal contracts, and medical reports.
- Provided verbal summaries of non-English documents for immediate use.
- Translated documents for research departments, supporting data collection and reportings.
Education
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN05.2023
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Social-Emotional Support
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Individualized Education Plans
- Inclusive Classroom Practices
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Behavior Modification
- Microsoft Office
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Data Collection
- Spanish Fluency
Timeline
Bilingual Special Education Teacher Assistant
Minneapolis Public Schools
07.2021 - 12.2023
Rapid Rehousing Case Specialist
CLUES
02.2021 - 01.2022
Enumerator/Translator
Census
06.2020 - 07.2023
Assistant Teacher
Tierra Encantada
03.2020 - 03.2021
Receptionist Intern
Children's Dental Services
05.2017 - 09.2017
Associate of Science - Political Science And Government
University of St. Thomas
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