Joanne Perales
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Committed and flexible student eager to acquire new knowledge and apply it effectively. Driven by a passion to work within the Deaf community and Hispanic community. I am committed to continuous learning and have a strong work ethic.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Sped Paraeducator
Muscatine Community School District
Muscatine, Iowa
09.2017 - Current
- Served as classroom aide to teachers and worked one-on-one with special needs students.
- Supported teachers in delivering individualized instruction to diverse, special education students.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement tailored learning strategies.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on performance and behavior.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional skills.
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
- Maintained an orderly environment within assigned classrooms while promoting a safe learning atmosphere.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
- Supported English Language Learners in acquiring language skills and understanding content.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Filed Medicaid for some students.
City Mail Carrier
USPS, United States Postal Service
Muscatine, Iowa
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Delivered mail and packages to residential and business addresses daily.
- Sorted incoming mail efficiently for timely distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow operations.
- Observed traffic laws while driving a postal vehicle on duty.
- Collected outgoing mail from post office boxes.
- Scanned labels on letters or parcels to confirm receipt.
- Updated supervisors regularly on status of assigned tasks throughout the day.
Manufacturer Assembly Line
HNI Corp, Allsteel Plant, Muscatine Iowa
Muscatine, Iowa
08.2007 - 02.2010
- Operated machinery to assemble office furniture efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area following safety protocols.
- Inspected finished goods prior to shipment and ensured they met quality standards.
- Attached identification labels to finished packaged items or stamped lot number and shipping destination information on containers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - ASL/English Interpreter Training
EICC-Scott Community College
Bettendorf, IA05-2026
Associate of Arts - Artes Visuales
Instituto Universitario De Bellas Artes
Colima, Mexico06-2004
Skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Knowledge of assistive technology
- Work ethic
- Multitasking capacity
- Flexibility
- Creativity
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional
Certification
Generalist Paraeducator Certification
Timeline
Sped Paraeducator
Muscatine Community School District
09.2017 - Current
City Mail Carrier
USPS, United States Postal Service
11.2013 - 01.2014
Manufacturer Assembly Line
HNI Corp, Allsteel Plant, Muscatine Iowa
08.2007 - 02.2010
Associate of Applied Science - ASL/English Interpreter Training
EICC-Scott Community College
Associate of Arts - Artes Visuales
Instituto Universitario De Bellas Artes