Karla Cortez
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Motivated paraprofessional offers lesson reinforcement, student supervision and report creation expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Responsible and versatile professional with several years of experience delivering specialized educational assistance to students and teachers. Recognized for attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Trinity Basin Preparatory
Fort Worth , TX
07.2018 - Current
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Trinity Basin Preparatory
Fort Worth , TX
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Attended IEP meetings to discuss student progress and plan future goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, academic progress, behavior incidents.
- Participated in staff development activities related to SpEd topics.
- Developed and implemented instructional strategies to meet the learning needs of special education students.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure the best educational experience for each student.
- Assisted in creating IEPs based on assessment results and input from teachers and parents.
- Assisted in developing transition plans for students transitioning from elementary school into middle school programs.
- Created individualized behavior plans for students with behavioral issues.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special education needs.
- Supported special education teachers by providing feedback on lesson plans, objectives, and modifications.
- Facilitated small group instruction for students who required additional assistance with course material.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
School Librarian
Trinity Basin Preparatory
Fort Worth , TX
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided instruction on how to use library resources such as computers and databases.
- Provided technical support for computer systems used in the library.
- Conducted regular inventory of all library materials.
- Assisted teachers in the development of library-based lesson plans.
- Supervised students during library hours.
- Developed a range of programs to encourage student engagement with literature.
- Taught classes on research methods and information literacy skills.
- Ordered new books, periodicals, audiovisuals, and other materials.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Test Proctoring
- Small Group Instruction
- Documentation
- Crisis Intervention
- Schedule Management
- Teacher Support
- Special Education Support
- IEP compliance
- Arts and crafts
- Storytelling
- Classroom support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational assistance
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Emotional Support
- Activity Planning
- CPR and First Aid
- Study Skills Development
- Child Development
- Literacy support
- Multicultural Awareness
- IEP familiarity
- Behavior Management
- Lesson Planning
- Parent Communication
- Data Collection
- Group and individual instruction
Languages
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Trinity Basin Preparatory
07.2021 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional
Trinity Basin Preparatory
07.2018 - Current
School Librarian
Trinity Basin Preparatory
07.2018 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Tarrant County College District
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