Jessica Duran
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Child development professional prepared to bring expertise in nurturing and guiding young children in educational settings. History of designing and implementing programs that enhance cognitive and social skills. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, ensuring positive and productive environment. Skills include activity planning and developmental assessment, with focus on empathy and patience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Development Intern
LACOE
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted 4 observations and assessments for accurate tracking of child progress and development.
- Continually updated professional knowledge through participation in workshops, trainings, and conferences related to child development.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Cross Country Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked closely with 7 lead teachers' curriculums and implemented action plans to meet 140 student needs by providing support to discuss topics and explore concepts with students through hands-on activities ensuring individualized learning goals were met in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Paraeducator, Special Education
The Stepping Stone Group
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted teacher in adapting lesson plans and promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching 30 students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting including feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being during snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Education
Certificate of Achievement - Title 22: Preschool Associate Teacher
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA06-2025
High School Diploma -
Calvary Chapel High School
Santa Ana, CA06-2016
Skills
- Positive reinforcement
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Empathy and patience
- Reporting requirements
- Classroom technology
- General math, reading and writing support
- Problem solving
- Student health and safety, CPR, and first aid
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association October 2023
- Mandated Reporter Training Child Abuse & Neglect Child Care Providers - California Department of Social Services February 2025
Timeline
Child Development Intern
LACOE
10.2024 - Current
Instructional Paraprofessional
Cross Country Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2022
Paraeducator, Special Education
The Stepping Stone Group
07.2022 - 10.2022
Certificate of Achievement - Title 22: Preschool Associate Teacher
West Los Angeles College
High School Diploma -
Calvary Chapel High School
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