Crystal Totaro
Rowlett,TX
Summary
Multi-talented Instruction Assistant with seven years of experience directing students and assisting lead teachers. Expert at restating lesson information, 1 on 1 and small group learning, applying rules and working with struggling students. Team-minded when collaborating with teacher and implementing set lesson plans and classroom activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Whispering Wind Academy, PVUSD
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, special areas and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Arrowhead Elementary School - PVUSD
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to three by reviewing lesson teachings and answering questions.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
PTO Board Member
Arrowhead Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Oversaw Scholastic Book Fairs.
- Created after school activities ie: school dances, carnivals and movie nights
- Managed school fundraisers.
- Oversaw in-school store
Classroom Volunteer
Arrowhead Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Made copies to assist teacher in preparing future lessons.
- Assisted classes with parties and events.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
Education
GED -
Rio Salado
Phoenix, AZ2001
Skills
- Student Learning Support
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- IEP Adherence
- Positive Learning Environment
- Creating Visual Displays
- Games and Manipulatives
- Google Apps for Education
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Self-Contained Classrooms
- Field Trip Monitoring
Certification
- CPR Training - 2022
- First Aid Training - 2021
- ParaPro Assessment - 2016
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Whispering Wind Academy, PVUSD
08.2019 - 05.2023
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Arrowhead Elementary School - PVUSD
08.2016 - 05.2019
PTO Board Member
Arrowhead Elementary School
08.2014 - 05.2016
Classroom Volunteer
Arrowhead Elementary School
08.2012 - 05.2016
GED -
Rio Salado
- CPR Training - 2022
- First Aid Training - 2021
- ParaPro Assessment - 2016
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