Jannette Acosta-Keth
Killeen,TX
Summary
Patient Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Killeen Independent School District
Killeen, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel to ensure that appropriate modifications were made for students with disabilities.
- Developed instructional materials that provided meaningful access to grade level standards for students who required accommodations or modifications due to their disability.
- Supported teachers in providing differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to help promote a safe learning environment.
- Provided support to the Special Education Department by monitoring student progress, behavior, and attendance.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Attended professional development trainings related to special education topics.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Librarian Aide
Killeen Independent School District
Killeen, TX
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Organized book displays to promote reading activities.
- Helped children select and locate age-appropriate books and educational materials.
- Monitored overdue items and enforced borrowing policies.
- Maintained records of patron borrowing history.
- Researched questions and concerns from students and provided detailed responses.
- Maintained complete and accurate records of library transactions.
- Researched questions and concerns from students.
- Kept resources in clean and working fashion to maintain availability for use.
- Supervised students during library hours.
- Cleaned and repaired damaged books and library resource materials.
- Provided instruction on how to use library resources such as computers and databases.
School Nutrition Manager
Killeen Independent School District
Killeen, TX
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Managed budgeting process for cafeteria services, including purchasing and forecasting expenses.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure students received high-quality service.
- Participated actively in professional organizations related to school nutrition programs.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Oversaw ordering process for necessary items such as paper goods, utensils, cleaning supplies.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Analyzed data from nutrition assessment tools used by schools in order to develop healthier options.
- Managed application process for eligible students to receive meal assistance.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve students relations.
- Organized and supervised food production staff in the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals.
- Implemented and enforced adherence to school kitchen safety protocols.
- Inspected restrooms and dining and serving areas to foster cleanliness and proper setup.
- Evaluated performance of kitchen staff members, providing guidance as needed to maintain quality standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Central Texas Academy
Killeen, TX12-2023
BBA - Organizational Leadership
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX09-2023
High School Diploma -
Wahiawa High School
Wahiawa, HI02-1998
Skills
- IEP Compliance
- Special Needs
- Progress Monitoring
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Classroom Organization
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
German
Professional
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Killeen Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
Librarian Aide
Killeen Independent School District
08.2018 - 08.2021
School Nutrition Manager
Killeen Independent School District
08.2013 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - Education
Central Texas Academy
BBA - Organizational Leadership
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
High School Diploma -
Wahiawa High School