Kathy Torres
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic paraprofessional with extensive experience in administrative support and classroom assistance. Proven ability to foster a positive learning environment and promote student well-being. Skilled in conflict mediation and enhancing student engagement. Committed to leveraging interpersonal skills to support educational success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Aspira Business and Finance
Chicago, USA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted English Language Learner (ELL/ESL) students with tailored academic and language support to enhance learning outcomes
- Delivered individualized support to students, promoting both academic success and positive behavior development
- Organized classroom environment to maintain structure and foster a conducive learning atmosphere
Paraprofessional
Aspira Haugan Middle School
Chicago, USA
01.2013 - 01.2025
- Supported English Language Learner (ELL/ESL) students with tailored academic and language assistance to enhance learning outcomes
- Provide translation services during IEP meetings between staff and families
- Assisted with behavior interventions and classroom management to foster a positive learning environment
- Supervised students in detention room, maintaining order and ensuring adherence to school rules
- Provided individual support to students to promote academic success and positive behavior
Secretary/Teacher Aide
Trinidad Lutheran Head Start
Chicago, USA
01.2012 - 2012
- Assisted teacher in supervising children across all activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Input and assessed curriculum data to generate monthly reports for informed instructional decisions.
- Created flyers and notices for parents to enhance communication.
- Compiled and distributed monthly newsletters to keep parents informed.
- Managed correspondence, mailing, and filing to maintain organized documentation for efficient communication.
Data Clerk/Accounts Payables
Arrowstream, Inc.
Chicago, USA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Processed invoices with attention to detail, ensuring timely payments
- Maintained organized records of paid and unpaid invoices for easy retrieval
- Assisted in preparation of weekly check run to facilitate timely disbursement
- Communicated with account manager regarding billing issues
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivables/HR
Sonoscan, Inc.
Elk Grove, USA
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Processed accounts receivable invoices and cash receipts
- Selected, processed payments, obtained signatures, and mailed monthly bills to ensure timely vendor payments
- Filed paid invoices to maintain organized financial records
- Calculated employee time sheets to ensure accurate payroll processing
Education
Diploma - Medical Administration
The Chubb Institute
08-2004
Associates Degree - Business and Administration
Northwestern Business College
06-2000
State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional -
Illinois State Board of Education
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavior interventions
- Parent engagement
- Translation services
- Excel
- Word 98
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Internet Research
- Windows
- Millennium 2000
- Made to Manage
- Copa
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
References
Available upon request
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Aspira Business and Finance
01.2025 - 01.2026
Paraprofessional
Aspira Haugan Middle School
01.2013 - 01.2025
Secretary/Teacher Aide
Trinidad Lutheran Head Start
01.2012 - 2012
Data Clerk/Accounts Payables
Arrowstream, Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2010
Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivables/HR
Sonoscan, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2009
Diploma - Medical Administration
The Chubb Institute
Associates Degree - Business and Administration
Northwestern Business College
State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional -
Illinois State Board of Education