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Cynthia Villarreal

Early Childhood Educator
Laredo,TX

Summary

Multi-talented Paraprofessional with over 25 years of experience directing students and assisting lead teachers. Expert at restating lesson information, tutoring, applying rules and working with struggling students. Team-minded when collaborating with teacher and implementing set lesson plans and classroom activities. Experienced Paraprofessional eager to help students of different ability levels excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with diverse needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Paraprofessional versed in planning and setting up classrooms conducive to learning process, as well as individual and social development. CPR and First Aid certified.

Overview

33
33
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Kristi-Lin's Academy
Laredo, TX
11.2009 - Current
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
  • Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
  • Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Managed workflows of classroom volunteers and trained on school procedures.

Paraprofessional

Sister Imelda Mercy Hospital Child Care Center
Laredo, TX
03.1998 - 06.2001
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
  • Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
  • Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Managed workflows of classroom volunteers and trained on school procedures.

Paraprofessional

Kristi-Lin"s Academy
Laredo, TX
09.1993 - 03.1998
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
  • Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
  • Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
  • Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Managed workflows of classroom volunteers and trained on school procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Martin High School
Laredo, TX
08.1985 - 05.1989

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX
09.1992 - Current

Skills

Educational assistance

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Timeline

Paraprofessional

Kristi-Lin's Academy
11.2009 - Current

Paraprofessional

Sister Imelda Mercy Hospital Child Care Center
03.1998 - 06.2001

Paraprofessional

Kristi-Lin"s Academy
09.1993 - 03.1998

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Laredo Community College
09.1992 - Current

High School Diploma -

Martin High School
08.1985 - 05.1989

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