Dana Ramirez-Olivares
Spring Valley,California
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Tory Burch
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Paraeducator, Special Education
San Diego Unified School District
08.2019 - 03.2024
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Conducted assessments to monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Developed accessible visual aids for complex concepts, improving comprehension for diverse learners in the classroom setting.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Implemented research-based interventions to address academic challenges faced by special education students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for special education students, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and school psychologists.
- Provided help with motor skills and hygiene depending on the level of support the student with disabilities needed.
Teacher's Assistant
Building School Kidz
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bonita Vista Senior High School
Chula Vista, CA06.2017
Skills
- Science Support
- ClassDojo
- Attention to Detail
- Student Health and Safety
- Special Education Support
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Behavior Modeling
- Classroom Supervision
- Lesson Planning
- Administrative and Clerical Support
- CPR and First Aid
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Behavior Management
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Student Records Management
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Adapting to Classroom Needs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Tory Burch
10.2020 - 05.2022
Paraeducator, Special Education
San Diego Unified School District
08.2019 - 03.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Building School Kidz
High School Diploma -
Bonita Vista Senior High School