JUANA MALDONADO
Humble
Summary
Bilingual instructor skilled in classroom management and small group facilitation for special needs education. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments through effective behavioral reinforcement and personalized support. Eager to contribute to a forward-thinking educational organization that prioritizes student development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Speak K-2 Paraprofessional
Oak Forest Elementary School
Humble
07.2024 - 06.2026
- Supported teacher in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Instructor
Down Syndrome Association of Houston
Houston
01.2014 - 11.2019
- Ensured that all monthly lesson plans, students' behavior, and academic goals were completed by the deadline.
- Instructed children during Circles Program and Camp-Ability in summer to provide a fun, educational environment.
- Worked in childcare during family meetings and participated in Gymboree.
- Participated in large yearly community fundraising events for over 100 people: World Down Syndrome Day, Lemonade Day, Buddy Run, and Buddy Walk.
- Taught and supported teachers in multiple subjects to students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Instructor
Kingwood Education Enrichment Program, K.E.E.P
Kingwood
12.2012 - 08.2014
- Organized life skills activities for individuals with Special needs and disabilities.
- Participated in weekly outings, worked in respite care and group homes to assist individuals with daily living skills.
- Ensured that behavior and academic goals were completed by the end of each day.
- Recorded behaviors on maladaptive form.
Filing Clerk/Direct Care Staff
Unified Care Group
Houston
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Provided basic care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health at a day program or a group home.
- Recorded behaviors on maladaptive form and ensured completion of IEP goals for individual progress.
- Checked files for correct sequencing and placement to maintain organized records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bilingual Education
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2027
Associate of Arts -
Lonestar College
Houston, TX12-2021
Skills
- Elementary education
- Classroom management
- Group instruction
- Small group and individual assistance
- Literacy support
- Behavioral reinforcement
- Activity oversight
- Teacher collaboration
Timeline
Speak K-2 Paraprofessional
Oak Forest Elementary School
07.2024 - 06.2026
Instructor
Down Syndrome Association of Houston
01.2014 - 11.2019
Instructor
Kingwood Education Enrichment Program, K.E.E.P
12.2012 - 08.2014
Filing Clerk/Direct Care Staff
Unified Care Group
08.2011 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Bilingual Education
Texas State University
Associate of Arts -
Lonestar College