Judith Medina Zarate
Ceres,CA
Summary
Dynamic Paraeducator with proven expertise in behavioral management and crisis intervention honed at Ceres Unified School District and Sierra Vista Child and Family Services. Excelled in adapting educational content to meet diverse needs, fostering significant improvements in student social skills and academic progress. Adept at collaborative teamwork and effective communication, ensuring seamless program implementation and student success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Ceres Unified School District
Ceres, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing classroom behaviors using de-escalation strategies and positive reinforcement techniques to support emotional and social development.
- Monitored and tracked student progress, helping to identify areas for growth, and contributing to the creation of targeted interventions.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication, problem-solving, self-advocacy, and independent living skills among special needs students.
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Apostolic Worship Center
Salida, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Reinforced positive behavior while implementing lesson plans.
- Tutored individual kids and effectively ran small groups.
- Managed the class effectively while keeping the environment organized.
Instructional Assistant
Sierra Vista Child & Family Services
Modesto, CA
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted and adapted to every client's needs within the classroom environment.
- Collected data and collaborated with clinicians and teachers to satisfy client goals.
- Implementation of crisis intervention with a specific therapeutic approach.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stanislaus State University
Turlock05.2025
Skills
- Adaptable
- Skilled in behavioral management
- Excellent communicator
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Skilled in program development and implementation
- Culturally competent
- Great in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Awards
- Dean’s List (4 consecutive years)
- Seal Of Biliteracy
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Ceres Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Sierra Vista Child & Family Services
12.2022 - 05.2024
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Apostolic Worship Center
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stanislaus State University
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