Hi, I’m
Irma Diaz
Paraprofessional
Allentown,PA
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong background in curriculum development and behavior management at Step by Step Learning. Demonstrated success in improving literacy skills through targeted interventions, creating a supportive learning environment. Excellent communication skills and expertise in early childhood development contribute to student engagement and achievement. Dedicated to empowering children with diverse learning needs.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
4
Certification
Work History
Step by step learningAllentown, PA
Intervention Specialist/ Teacher aide
08.2022 - 02.2023
Job overview
- I also worked with a program named SGAT which is a program that consist of picking out small groups of children whom are having trouble reading, identifying letters, and vowels.
- The main focus was introducing to phonological awareness, orthographic awareness.
- Students who are having trouble in these areas are given a multi system of support which eventually leading the students to be aware of decoding, language comprehension, and language comprehension.
- We approached the students with the 4 part processor.
- 1. Context
- 2. Meaning
- 3. Phonological
- 4. Orthographic
- We also work on decoding words, blending, practicing whole word reading so the students can begin reading, spelling with fluency, and comprehension.
- Helping with copies, grading test, checking work assignments, homework assignments.
- Helped with classroom activities.
- One on one groups going over vowels, onset rimes, syllables, compound words.
- Adjusting scaffolding, adjust duration, frequency, and intensity etc.
- We worked on open syllables, closed syllables, vowel team, CVC, VCE, and multisyllabic words.
Kiddie City Learning CenterAllentown, PA
Preschool Teacher
02.2022 - 07.2022
Job overview
- I follow a strict and detailed curriculum at a high end learning center.
- We focus on structure, and preparation for starting kindergarten.
- The goal is to teach the children a active and learning experience from math, science, social studies, literacy etc.
- Our students goal is to be on the right track when beginning kindergarten.
- Specialization in teaching students with disabilities and learning disorders.
Robert HalfAllentown, PA
Administrative Assistant
12.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Managed phone communications and directed calls to appropriate departments.
- Scheduled meetings and set appointments for parent-teacher conferences.
- Maintained attendance records and filed necessary documents efficiently.
- Welcomed parents and students in office, ensuring positive interactions.
The learning experienceBethlehem, PA
Lead Preschool Teacher
08.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- I follow a strict curriculum at a high end learning center.
- We focus on learning different languages including sign language.
- The goal is to teach the children a active and learning experience from math, science, social studies, literacy etc.
- Our students goal is to be on the right track when beginning kindergarten.
Pocono Services For Families and ChildrenTobyhanna, PA
Head Start Teacher Assistant
05.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Committed Head Start Teacher dedicated to creating dynamic lesson plans and a welcoming learning environment.
- Highly skilled in lesson planning, communicating with parents and helping children develop strong social skills.
- Specialization in teaching students with disabilities and learning disorders.
- Prepare accurate reports for the purpose of improving headstart programs.
- Indepth knowledge of Educational milestones and child development.
- Classroom management and discipline.
- Ability to encourage students to participate in group activities.
- Strong communication with parents, students and administrators.
- Solid communication skills.
Horizon of learningEmmaus, PA
Pre-School Teacher
12.2007 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method.
- Established a safe play environment for the children.
- Instructed children on proper health and personal habits.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Communicate openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others.
- Maintained a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Address behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Administered medications and kept appropriate records.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Interpreted for Spanish-speaking parents and guardians.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and using the toilet.
- Maintained a safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought them to parents' or guardians' attention.
- Over 15 years of toddler care, and preschool experience.
Above and BeyondAllentown, PA
Personal Care Assistant
07.2017 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Patient care, assist with laundry, light house keeping, bathing, feeding, toileting, kitchen duty.
Maxim Healthcare ServicesAllentown, PA
Direct Care Worker
05.2017 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Supervision of elderly or disable clients.
- I assist in Caring for them in their home, my duties consist of bathing, grooming, light housekeeping, Medication Management, Toileting, laundry, food prep, shopping, Social / Leisure, appointment scheduling, range of motion, and supervised walks.
Horizon of learningEmmaus, PA
Childcare Provider
01.2007 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method.
- Established a safe play environment for the children.
- Instructed children on proper health and personal habits.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Dressed infants and toddlers and changed their diapers.
- Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others.
- Maintained a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Administered medications and kept appropriate records.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Interpreted for Spanish-speaking parents and guardians.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and using the toilet.
- Maintained a safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought them to parents' or guardians' attention.
Boscov's Department StoreWhitehall Township, PA
Courtesy Desk Associate
10.2006 - 12.2006
Job overview
- Courtesy desk, customer service, exchanging/returning merchandise for customers, cash register, gift wrapping, answering phones.
Education
Kaplan University
GED from Early Childhood Development
03.2010
Skills
- Customer service and support
- Childcare and caregiving
- Behavior management
- Curriculum development
- Experience with children
- Autism expertise
- Filing and organization
- Social media management
- Toddler care
- Medication administration
- Communication skills
- Teaching proficiency
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of early childhood development
- Early childhood education
- Daycare operations
- Time management strategies
- Meal preparation skills
- Home care services
- Family relationship building
- Classroom experience and management
- Special education knowledge
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Other Certification
Accomplishments
- Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
- Data Organization - Organized scores of over 80 students into online database for parents' immediate access.
- Student Involvement - Volunteered as faculty member representative for student-led Mock Trial club, supervising weekly after school meetings and attending bi-weekly weekend conferences.
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
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Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Interests
Reading, Writing Poetry, Dancing, Decorating, And crafts/DIY
Timeline
Intervention Specialist/ Teacher aide
Step by step learning
08.2022 - 02.2023
Preschool Teacher
Kiddie City Learning Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
Administrative Assistant
Robert Half
12.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
The learning experience
08.2021 - 09.2021
Head Start Teacher Assistant
Pocono Services For Families and Children
05.2021 - 08.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Above and Beyond
07.2017 - 08.2017
Direct Care Worker
Maxim Healthcare Services
05.2017 - 08.2017
Pre-School Teacher
Horizon of learning
12.2007 - 03.2021
Childcare Provider
Horizon of learning
01.2007 - 02.2017
Courtesy Desk Associate
Boscov's Department Store
10.2006 - 12.2006
Kaplan University
GED from Early Childhood Development