Kasandra Vargas
Medford,MA
Summary
Proven success in conceptualizing, developing and writing content that engages viewers and builds interest brand. Detail-oriented, perceptive and systematic in reviewing text and updating content. Strong promotional, customer relations and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Elliot Pearson School
Medford, MA
09.2020 - Current
- Worked in conjunction with staff and teacher assistant to further enrich children's learning
- Developed engaging puppet shows for the classroom of children, promoting prosocial behavior in the classroom
- Utilized problem solving skills to mediate and resolve conflicts among students
- Maintained a safe classroom environment for children with autism, implementing behavior management strategies that lead to a more productive class
- Facilitated student academic growth by working closely with teacher and executing individualized lesson plans.
Business Owner
Peanut's Playhouse
Sacramento, CA
07.2019 - Current
- Created and performed a children's show with 5-star ratings using ventriloquism, puppeteering, comedy script writing, singing and songwriting.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Crafted and delivered captivating scripts and songs for 70+ libraries, daycares, schools, and children's museums. Generated positive feedback and repeat business.
- Promote business through communicating on several platforms of social media such as Facebook and Instagram
- Established relationships with local librarians, preschools, Parks and Daycares to gather information on preferred puppet shows.
- Directed and edited own videos, adding special effects.
- Successfully met and exceeded client expectations by utilizing adaptability in designing unique puppet show concepts.
Instructional Assistant
San Juan School District
Carmichael, CA
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained a safe classroom environment for children with autism, implementing behavior management strategies that lead to a more productive class
- Facilitated student academic growth by working closely with teacher and executing individualized lesson plans.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
Interpretive Park Aide
California State Parks
Sacramento, CA
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Assist in formal educational programs such as ATV Simulator program, safety backpack packing essentials, Tread Lightly and the Gear up the program
- Routinely educate children regarding safety gear : regularly instruct children on proper safety gear for off-highway vehicle recreation.
- Research, develop, and implement educational outreach posts regarding natural resources at
- Implemented outreach on social media via Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
- Create school programs to be implemented in the future for children in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade on various topics such as the water cycle, erosion, wildlife adaptation, and safe riding practices
Registered Behavior Technician
- Improved social skills of 2 children with autism by implementing individualized treatment plans, resulting in increased positive behaviors and decreased negative behaviors
- Established relationships with local librarians, preschools, Parks and Daycares to gather information on preferred puppet shows
- Directed and edited own videos, adding special effects
- Successfully met and exceeded client expectations by utilizing adaptability in designing unique puppet show concepts.
Education
M.D. - Child Development
Tufts University
Medford, MA03-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Wildlife Biology
University of California Davis
Davis06-2017
Skills
- Communication
- Educational Outreach
- IMovie
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Research
- Resiliency
- Sales Promotion
- Screenwriting
- Social Media
- Songwriting
- Teaching
- Teamwork
- Treatment Planning
- Working with Children
- Creating scripts
Publications
- Peanut's Playhouse finds treasure in Lemoore, TheSentinel, 08/2024
- The Most Amazing Person to Jesus Children's book, Kasandra Vargas, 04/2024
- Peanuts Playhouse Puppet show, Good Day Sacramento, 03/2023
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
San Juan School District
09.2021 - 06.2023
Teaching Assistant
Elliot Pearson School
09.2020 - Current
Business Owner
Peanut's Playhouse
07.2019 - Current
Interpretive Park Aide
California State Parks
04.2019 - 01.2021
Registered Behavior Technician
M.D. - Child Development
Tufts University
Bachelor of Arts - Wildlife Biology
University of California Davis
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