Special Education paraprofessional and aspiring teacher with interdisciplinary academic and work experience, and a passion for working with multicultural and neurodivergent populations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Valley View Elementary
12.2021 - Current
Helping students achieve their IEP academic, adaptive, and social emotional goals
Managing behavioral challenges with de-escalation techniques to maintain safe and productive learning environment
Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one teaching catered to their unique learning styles
Team Trainer and Buyer
Whole Foods Market Chambers Bay
11.2016 - 03.2021
Expanded sales through superior produce and floral merchandising/production and guest service
Onboarded and training new team members per WFM company Core Values and Order to Shelf retail operations
Responsible for increasing projected sales and profit margins through product purchasing and sales auditing
Education
B.S. Social Services -
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
06.2023
Associate of Arts -
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA
01.2021
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Life Skills Development
IEP compliance
Team Building
Cultural Sensitivity
Student Supervision
Life Skills Development
Behavior Management Techniques
French and Spanish Working Proficiency
Volunteer Experience
St. Leo Food Connection, Tacoma, WA, 11/2016- 03/2021, Food bank operations, guest service, stocking and cleaning
Classroom Teacher – Second, Third, and Fourth Grade at Valley View Elementary SchoolClassroom Teacher – Second, Third, and Fourth Grade at Valley View Elementary School