Jeanie Jimenez
Borger
Summary
Dynamic and empathetic Special Education Paraprofessional with a proven track record at USD 480 Liberal, KS, enhancing student safety and learning outcomes. Excelled in crisis intervention and IEP compliance, fostering positive environments and boosting student confidence. Collaborated effectively with teachers, demonstrating exceptional verbal communication and instructional support skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
USD 480 Liberal, KS
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Admissions Clerk
Southwest Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
- Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws.
- Greeted patients warmly to increase comfort and create rapport.
- Collected information, forms and signatures from patients or family members to create efficient admissions experience.
ESL Paraprofessional
USD 480 Liberal, KS
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Compiled, maintained and filed reports, records and other documents required by school and district.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods as needed to ensure continuous improvement.
- Increased student confidence in speaking English through regular practice activities and constructive feedback.
- Facilitated small group instruction for focused language development, resulting in higher levels of retention and understanding.
- Assisted classroom teachers in modifying curriculum materials for increased accessibility to ESL students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for supporting the academic success of ESL students.
- Coordinated with fellow paraprofessionals to share best practices, leading to improved teaching techniques across the board.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dumas High School
Dumas, TX05-2002
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Progress monitoring
- Collaboration with teachers
- Instructional support
- Student advocacy
- Teaching and instruction
- Student supervision
- Crisis intervention
Certification
- Physical Restraint Training Certificate – Various Providers.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
USD 480 Liberal, KS
08.2023 - 11.2024
Admissions Clerk
Southwest Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
ESL Paraprofessional
USD 480 Liberal, KS
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Physical Restraint Training Certificate – Various Providers.
High School Diploma -
Dumas High School
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