Elsida Dominguez
Houston,TX
Summary
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Driven Teaching Assistant with firm command of curriculum development, daily lesson planning and student tutoring. Leads individual and group instruction to supplement teacher lessons and build instructional abilities. Communicative and empathetic with commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Houston Independent School District-Briarmeadows
Houston, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
- Developed assignments for pupils to apply learning.
- Assisted special education instructors in identifying and meeting students' individual needs.
- Instructed students with varying abilities and needs in alignment with IEP objectives while delivering personalized and small group lessons.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
Paraprofessional, Special Education
Stowers Elementary-Department of Defense Education
Fort Moore, GA
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Graded assignments and test and documented results into filing systems.
Special Education Inclusion Paraprofessional
White Elementary-Department of Defense Education
Fort Moore, GA
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted with the development and implementation of individualized education plans.
- Provided support to teachers in managing student behavior, including implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted classroom observations and provided feedback on teaching practices.
- Facilitated meaningful communication between students with disabilities and their peers.
- Collaborated with school personnel to ensure that all students have access to necessary accommodations and modifications for success in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress towards IEP goals by collecting data through observation, interviews, testing.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress reports.
- Engaged families in regular communication about their child's performance at school.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
Visual Impaired Paraprofessional
McBride Elementary-Department of Defense Education
Fort Moore, GA
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary
Fort Cavazos, TX
08.2005 - 05.2009
- Assisted teachers in planning and implementing lessons for kindergarten students.
- Provided guidance to kindergarten students with their learning activities.
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for kindergarteners by monitoring behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Supported the development of social skills among kindergarteners through modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Assisted teachers with grading student work and providing feedback on assignments.
- Organized classroom materials and supplies as needed by the teacher.
- Provided assistance to students during lunchtime, recess, and other school-wide events or activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions according to lesson plans developed by the teacher.
- Implemented behavior management techniques designed by the teacher in order to help manage disruptive behaviors among students.
- Created educational materials such as flashcards, worksheets, games., that were used during instruction time.
- Assisted with daily health screenings of all kindergarteners prior to entering the classroom.
- Attended various school events such as field trips or assemblies serving as a chaperone when requested by the teacher.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Took class attendance and recorded absences.
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Collected money from students for school-related projects and field trips.
- Managed computers in classrooms and laboratories and assisted students with computer use when required.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Houston Independent School Distict
Education
High School Diploma -
Killeen High School
Killeen, TX05-1998
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSkills
- Classroom support
- Documentation
- IEP compliance
- Reading support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Instructional support
- Reading and writing support
- Classroom management
- Student records management
- Classroom organization
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Small group instruction
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Houston Independent School District-Briarmeadows
01.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional, Special Education
Stowers Elementary-Department of Defense Education
09.2021 - 05.2024
Special Education Inclusion Paraprofessional
White Elementary-Department of Defense Education
09.2020 - 05.2021
Visual Impaired Paraprofessional
McBride Elementary-Department of Defense Education
09.2018 - 05.2020
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary
08.2005 - 05.2009
Special Education Paraprofessional
Houston Independent School Distict
High School Diploma -
Killeen High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Central Texas College