JEZEL AGUILAR
Sparks
Summary
Dedicated case manager with expertise in supporting youth and families through advocacy, resource coordination, and goal setting. Proven ability to assist at-risk youth in achieving academic, workforce, and personal success using a client-centered approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
R&R Navigator
The Children's Cabinet
Reno
07.2025 - Current
- Guided families through resource navigation and support services.
- Developed individualized service plans for children and families in need.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs effectively.
- Actively listened to clients in order to identify their needs and provide effective solutions.
- Conducted intake assessments with new clients to determine eligibility for services and develop appropriate action plans.
EXPLORERS TEACHER/ BREAKER
Primrose Schools of South Reno
Reno
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Facilitated engaging learning experiences for diverse age groups.
- Collaborated with educators to develop creative lesson plans.
- Supervised outdoor activities to ensure safety and enjoyment.
- Maintained detailed records of all activities undertaken during explorations.
TEACHER ASSISTANT I
HQ Team
01.2020 - 06.2025
- Helped to maintain a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Developed and maintained consistent, positive relationships with children.
- Cleaned classrooms and organized instruction materials in appropriate locations.
- Develop lesson plans for students.
- Led small group activities and discussions to help promote learning.
- Tracked student attendance and reported absences and tardiness.
- Explained and enforced classroom rules to create safe and disciplined a safe learning environment.
- Served as mentor and role model for learners by demonstrating appropriate behavior.
- Entertained and engaged with children using games, crafts, and other activities.
- Monitored safety of children at all times to reduce risks.
- Assisted children with homework and school-related projects and assignments.
- Promoted children's emotional development by encouraging respect of others.
- Implemented hands-on activities to enhance learning and engagement in the classrooms.
- Work with Co-teacher's to implement lesson plans from the research-informed Balanced program curriculum.
- Maintaining a well-kept classroom that encourages students to learn, create, explore, and make decisions.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
ACTIVITY ATTENDANT
City Of Reno Sierra Kids
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Supervised play areas to ensure safety and engagement of participants.
- Assisted in planning seasonal programs to enhance children's experiences.
- Led group games and activities to promote teamwork and social skills.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Maintained records of attendance, fees collected, and other related data.
- Provided customer service to ensure a positive experience for all participants.
Education
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS A.A -
Truckee meadows community college
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Resource navigation
- Client support
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Team building
- Active listening
Certifications Courses
- Praxis ParaPro Test
- Behavior Management
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Manage Classroom
- Child Development
- Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA)
Timeline
R&R Navigator
The Children's Cabinet
07.2025 - Current
EXPLORERS TEACHER/ BREAKER
Primrose Schools of South Reno
07.2023 - 07.2025
TEACHER ASSISTANT I
HQ Team
01.2020 - 06.2025
ACTIVITY ATTENDANT
City Of Reno Sierra Kids
08.2019 - 06.2023
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS A.A -
Truckee meadows community college