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Gabriela Leon

Gabriela Leon

Santa Ana,United States

Summary

Dedicated Paraeducator with 21 years of comprehensive experience offering extra level of support and guidance to students both inside and outside classroom settings. Patient and kind professional skillful in working one-on-one with Special Education students to answer questions to reinforce concepts taught in classroom. Exceptional communicator knowledgeable in Special Education paired with strong commitment to total development of students.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

PARAEDUCATOR

Legacy Magnet Academy
02.2012 - Current
  • Currently working full time as a Paraeducator for the Tustin Unified School District
  • Working one on one with Special Education students as well as classroom support in a regular educational class with Middle School and High School students.
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Improved student social skills through facilitating peer interactions, modeling appropriate behaviors, and promoting empathy among classmates.
  • Actively participated in regular team meetings to discuss student progress, share ideas, and collaborate on strategies for continued success.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.

Child Care Assistant

Olive Crest
09.2022 - 11.2023
  • Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Boosted children''s cognitive development with age-appropriate educational games and activities.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Orange Unified PreK SDC
09.2004 - 06.2012
  • My professional career began with the Orange Unified School District working part time with Special Needs preschool children
  • In that time, I learned to provide support to teachers, monitoring and assisting in child development, and preparing educational materials for daily programs, or in small groups by providing basic instruction on reading, writing, math, PT, OT, and other educational activities as assigned by/from teacher directions.
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.

DRIVER

Kid Shuttle
03.1999 - 02.2002
  • Transporting children, adults, and senior citizens to and from school, work, hospitals, Doctor Appointments, and their personal residences in various vehicles throughout the week.

Education

SOME COLLEGE (NO DEGREE) -

Rancho Santiago College / Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA

Skills

  • Potty training in sensitive manner according to students and parents comfort level and within any and all legal guidelines
  • Working with students with fragile medical conditions such as, seizures, cerebral palsy, tracheostomy
  • Monitoring and observing students with wheelchair, walker, special classroom chairs, or any other medical equipment needed
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Classroom Organization
  • Social integration
  • Teacher Support
  • Individual Instruction
  • Educational assistance
  • Data Collection
  • Individualized Education Plan knowledge
  • Assistive Technology
  • Documentation
  • Special Education Support
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Disability Awareness
  • After-school programs
  • Arts and crafts
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Patient
  • Special Needs Support

Personal Information

Driving License: Class C

References

  • DR JENNIFER HARRISON, Legacy Magnet Academy, 714.430.2088, jharrison@tustin.k12.ca.us
  • SCOTT DALGLEISH, Rise Health, 562.388.4112, scott.dalgleish@frhealth.com

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Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Child Care Assistant

Olive Crest
09.2022 - 11.2023

PARAEDUCATOR

Legacy Magnet Academy
02.2012 - Current

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Orange Unified PreK SDC
09.2004 - 06.2012

DRIVER

Kid Shuttle
03.1999 - 02.2002

SOME COLLEGE (NO DEGREE) -

Rancho Santiago College / Santa Ana

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