Jessenia Collazo
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher Assistant skilled in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet class learning and behavioral goals. Compassionate and responsible classroom support professional with creative and flexible approach to dealing with educational and behavioral issues. Over 1.5 years of experience in Special Education support roles.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Dollar Tree
12.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Picker Packer
Hanesbrands
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
- Checked packing slips and other documentation to appropriately box items requested by clientele.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
Lunch and Evening Cook
Education Department
05.1999 - 09.2010
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Education Department
08.2007 - 12.2009
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education Elementary Grades
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Mendez: Universidad Ana G. Mendez - Campus Virtual
San Juan, PRGED -
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - San Juan
San Juan, PR08.2004
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Harrison
Cayey, PR05.1999
Skills
- Teaching and Instruction
- Social and Group Settings
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Mobility Assistance
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Special Needs
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cashier
Dollar Tree
12.2023 - Current
Picker Packer
Hanesbrands
09.2020 - 12.2020
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Education Department
08.2007 - 12.2009
Lunch and Evening Cook
Education Department
05.1999 - 09.2010
Associate of Arts - Education Elementary Grades
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Mendez: Universidad Ana G. Mendez - Campus Virtual
GED -
Instituto De Banca Y Comercio - San Juan
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Harrison