Elida Chavez

Paraprofessional

Saints Peter and Paul School

Omaha, NE

02.2020 - 11.2023

Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
Instructed students on usage and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.