Jonathyn Montoya
Alcalde ,NM
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Educational Assistant at Espanola Public Schools, skilled in individualized instruction and behavioral support. Enhanced student engagement through tailored learning strategies, fostering social-emotional growth. Proven ability to communicate effectively with parents and educators, ensuring a collaborative approach to student success. Committed to creating inclusive and positive learning environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Educational Assistant
Espanola Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and educational activities.
- Supported individual student learning through personalized attention and encouragement.
- Organized instructional materials to enhance lesson delivery and student engagement.
- Maintained a positive and safe classroom environment for all students.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in educational support techniques.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted in extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams, providing additional support for students outside of the classroom setting.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, address concerns, and develop strategies for academic success.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Collaborated with educators to identify student needs and provide appropriate support.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to promote positive interactions among students.
- Monitored student progress and communicated observations to teaching staff.
Home Health Aide
Professional Home Health Care
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in home environments.
- Monitored vital signs and reported health changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Administered prescribed medications while maintaining accurate records of client health status.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare teams.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Door Dasher
Door Dash
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered timely food orders while ensuring quality and accuracy.
- Navigated local areas efficiently to optimize delivery routes.
- Maintained excellent customer service through effective communication and problem-solving.
- Trained new dashers on best practices for order handling and customer interactions.
Private Home Health Aide
Corina Vigil
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided personal care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families for better care coordination.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
Crew Team Member
Sonic
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated kitchen equipment and maintained cleanliness standards to ensure food safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and customer service techniques.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow during peak hours, enhancing service speed and efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, restocked supplies, and minimized waste through effective resource management.
Crew Member
McDonald's
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service by efficiently processing orders and resolving inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operations, improving workflow and service speed.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock management and replenishment processes.
Student Staff Member
Espanola Public Schools
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed promotional materials for events, increasing visibility and attendance among student body.
- Analyzed student feedback data to refine program offerings, aligning with community needs and interests.
- Coordinated student events, enhancing engagement and participation across campus activities.
- Assisted in administrative tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping and efficient office operations.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM05-2023
Skills
- Learning disabilities support
- Teacher support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism spectrum support
- Homework assistance
- Literacy development
- Behavioral support
- Peer mentoring
- Special education
- Student assessment
- Parent-teacher communication
- Inclusive teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Materials preparation
- Individualized instruction
- Project-based learning
- Classroom management
- Study skills development
- Elementary education
- Teaching strategies
- Motivational techniques
- Early childhood education
- Outdoor education
- Family communication
- Progress reporting
- Mathematics instruction
- Social studies education
- Test preparation
Certification
- Hazing Prevention in K12 Environment (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Playground Supervision (Full Course) Training - (2024 -2025)
- HIPAA Overview (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- FERPA: Confidentiality of Records (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention (Teachers and Administration) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Sexual Misconduct : Staff-to-Student (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Sexual Harassment : Staff-to-Staff (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (PEI) Practices : Staff-to-Staff (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (PEI) Practices : Staff-to-Student (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Student Alcohol & Substance Misuse (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Drug Free Workplace (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Cybersecurity Overview (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Cybersecurity Awareness For Employees : Social Engineering (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Cybersecurity Awareness For Employees : Security Awareness Essentials (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Cybersecurity Awareness For Employees : End-User Best Practices (Full Course) Training - (2024 - 2025)
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training - (2024 -2025)
- PED Assessment Security Training - (2025 - 2026)
- Health Emergencies: Seizures (Full Course) Training - (2025 - 2026)
Timeline
Private Home Health Aide
Corina Vigil
11.2024 - 06.2025
Special Education Educational Assistant
Espanola Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
Professional Home Health Care
08.2024 - Current
Door Dasher
Door Dash
08.2023 - Current
Crew Team Member
Sonic
02.2023 - 12.2023
Crew Member
McDonald's
03.2022 - 12.2022
Student Staff Member
Espanola Public Schools
11.2021 - 12.2021
No Degree - Computer Science
New Mexico Highlands University