Esmeralda Mares-Chahia
Coachella
Summary
Education professional, prepared and skilled in providing classroom support and fostering positive learning environment. Consistently contributed to lesson planning and classroom management, focusing on enhancing student understanding and engagement. Known for effective collaboration, adaptability, and dedication to achieving educational goals.
Experienced with global payroll processes, compliance, and team management. Utilizes advanced payroll software to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative team environments and achieving seamless payroll operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
General Instructional Aide
Coachella Valley Unified School District
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported individualized education programs for students with diverse learning needs.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate effective teaching practices.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress, providing feedback to teachers for assessment and improvement strategies.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, aiding teachers in making informed instructional decisions.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Managed resources effectively, ensuring that instructional materials were readily available when needed by both teachers and students.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve instructional techniques.
- Implemented behavior management strategies as directed by lead teacher, maintaining a focused learning environment for all students.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
HR Analyst/Payroll Manager
Greyline Transport Inc.
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Maintained accurate records for the company, including mileage, fuel purchases, and daily transactions made with company cards.
- Ensured that records were up-to-date for audits and submitted quarterly mileage and fuel data to the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA).
- Audited driver logbooks and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Managed necessary permits and kept the company compliant with operational requirements.
- Handled payroll and ensured weekly payment to employees.
- Filed taxes at the end of the year and managed tax-related documentation.
- Coordinated the booking of daily trips for company drivers.
- Communicated regularly with brokers to update them on the estimated time of arrival (ETA) of drivers and resolved any issues that arose on the way or at the site.
- Assisted in the hiring process, ensuring that new employees had all necessary paperwork and were enrolled in required programs.
- Oversaw HR information systems maintenance, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for decision-making.
- Developed and implemented employee onboarding processes, improving integration for new hires.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws, conducting regular audits of HR policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Improved workforce productivity, proactively addressing performance issues through coaching and development initiatives.
- Administered benefits programs efficiently, maintaining accurate records and liaising with external vendors as required.
- Performed budget management to review estimated with actual results and set realistic targets.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Executed established controls to drive data integrity and accuracy of employee payroll data.
- Facilitated smooth payroll processing, calculating employee wages, deductions, and benefits accurately.
- Processed vendor invoices efficiently, ensuring timely payments and compliance with company policies.
- Reconciled accounts payable and receivable transactions to maintain accurate financial records.
- Analyzed monthly financial reports, providing insights that informed budgeting decisions and cash flow management.
Records Clerk
Riverside Superior Court
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed case file organization and retrieval for efficient court operations.
- Processed legal documents using specialized software to maintain accurate records.
- Ensured compliance with court policies during document handling and storage.
- Collaborated with court personnel to streamline document processing workflows.
- Assisted in implementing electronic filing systems to enhance accessibility of records.
- Conducted regular audits of files to ensure data integrity and compliance standards.
- Assisted with typing, data entry, and answering incoming calls as required.
- Maintained accuracy of records by verifying accuracy of data in records.
- Destroyed records in line with retention schedules to protect confidential information and comply with regulations.
- Generated reports from database systems to track records.
- Transferred inactive records to storage to free up space and preserve history.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by enforcing strict security protocols and monitoring access to critical files.
- Assisted in audits preparation, ensuring all required documentation was easily accessible and uptodate.
- Assisted with record management system implementation and maintenance to streamline operations.
Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ11-2027
Skills
- Student needs support
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Learning modality knowledge
- Accounts payable software
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Instructional Aide
Coachella Valley Unified School District
01.2024 - 06.2025
HR Analyst/Payroll Manager
Greyline Transport Inc.
06.2021 - 07.2023
Records Clerk
Riverside Superior Court
05.2019 - 06.2021
Grand Canyon University