Keren Santana
Molalla,OR
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Multnomah Education Services District
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Caregiver
Powell Valley Assisted Living & Memory Care
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Responsible for:
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Skills Trainer
Eastside Explorers
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Responsible for:
- Maintained detailed records of each participant''s progress throughout the program, enabling targeted follow-up support as needed.
- Tailored instruction methods based on individual needs assessments, promoting optimal learning experiences for each participant.
- Established clear performance expectations at the onset of each program, setting attainable goals for both trainer and trainees alike.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning preferences, resulting in improved skill development among trainees.
Education
No Degree - General Science
Portland Community College
Portland, OR02.2018
Center For Advanced Learning
Gresham, OR06.2017
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Gresham, OR06.2017
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- MS Office skills
- Data entry
- Data analysis
- Great communication skill
- Positive Reinforcement
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Group and individual instruction
Personalobjective
To achieve a broad working experience and perform my best while giving great customer satisfaction. As well as expand my knowledge and gain new skills.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Multnomah Education Services District
10.2019 - 05.2023
Caregiver
Powell Valley Assisted Living & Memory Care
08.2018 - 09.2019
Skills Trainer
Eastside Explorers
08.2017 - 09.2018
No Degree - General Science
Portland Community College
Center For Advanced Learning
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
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