Cynthia Rodriguez
Princeton
Summary
Special Education professional with strong background in supporting diverse student needs and implementing individualized education plans. Proven track record in enhancing student engagement, promoting inclusive learning environments, and adapting to evolving classroom dynamics. Skilled in collaboration, communication, and behavior management, ensuring effective teamwork and positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and driven by results-oriented approach, consistently meeting educational goals and fostering supportive atmosphere.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Aide
Highland Park ISD
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Helped implement students' IEPs and monitored progress to aid in adjusting strategies.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by implementing evidence-based interventions and monitoring their effectiveness.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on advances in ABA research and practice standards as well as STAAR.
- Worked under supervision of lead special education teachers to meet students' development needs.
- Helped maintain professional, learning-focused environments to support student development
- Delivered instruction in one-on-one, small group, and full class contexts to increase opportunities for student engagement.
- Assisted in the development of functional life skills for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Led small group instruction sessions tailored specifically to address diverse learning needs within the classroom population.
Family Connection Specialist
Rainbow Days Inc
06.2011 - 08.2021
- Work with children and youth in adversity building coping skills and resiliency to create positive futures.
- Lead support groups in shelters and Dallas ISD after school programs, to teach drug-free alternatives when dealing with anger and frustration.
- Assist with summer camp preparation and yearly events for the homeless community in the metroplex.
- Tracked and reported accurate information for attendance and other needed data.
- Delivered essential items directly to families in need.
- Demonstrated understanding of children and families from economically and culturally diverse backgrounds.
- Participated in workshops, seminars and additional training to expand knowledge and skills.
ESL Instructional Assistant
Richardson ISD
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
- Helped maintain professional, learning-focused environments to support student development
- Supported students' academic progress by providing one-on-one attention to help guide learning and comprehension.
- Facilitated communication and translated procedural information to improve knowledge between both parties.
- Translated/ interpreted in Spanish all in and out documents, flyers, speeches, conversations, parent-teacher conferences, and IEP meetings to English in real-time, ensuing message content, style, and context were correct.
- Assisted with supervision of students during meetings, field trips, and outside activities while maintaining the classroom atmosphere.
Assistant Store Manager
Famous Footwear
01.2005 - 03.2009
- Prepared payroll and maintenance budgets for corporate management approval.
- Assisted the Store Manager in analyzing sales data to identify trends and make informed decisions for improving overall store performance.
- Mentored new employees on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure their success within the organization.
- Optimized business performance with product merchandising, consistent data tracking, and analysis of ongoing operations.
- Created culture focused on customer service and satisfaction, resulting in improved customer loyalty and retention.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Dallas College
Dallas, TXSkills
- Highly organized
- Detail oriented
- Self-motivated
- Ability to take direction
- Behavior intervention
- Teacher support
- Leadership
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
Heart at Work award
The “Heart at Work” award recognizes and celebrates compassionate staff members who make the well-being of students a priority by going the extra mile.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Aide
Highland Park ISD
08.2021 - 05.2024
Family Connection Specialist
Rainbow Days Inc
06.2011 - 08.2021
ESL Instructional Assistant
Richardson ISD
06.2009 - 06.2012
Assistant Store Manager
Famous Footwear
01.2005 - 03.2009
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Dallas College
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