Kimberley Ordaz
Atwater,CA
Summary
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I have many years of experience working with children from pre-school, elementary school, and high school. I owned and operated a childcare and preschool for 8 years. I am friendly and energetic seasoned Special Education Assistant excited to reenter in this field and help students of varying skill levels excel. I would be thrilled to assist teachers and staff with the needs to facilitate the best possible educational environment. I’m Ready to help students grow to be happy, healthy and learn through any type of support.
As a Special Education Teacher Assistant my experience entailed lesson support, student supervision and clerical paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. I am a responsible and versatile professional with 13 years experience. I understand the importance of attentiveness to physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of each student.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Instructional Assistant
Atwater Elementary School District
Atwater , CA
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in preparing materials for classroom activities.
- Provided guidance and support to students during instruction periods.
- Organized and distributed classroom materials to students.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and hallways.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to school rules and regulations.
- Provided assistance with individual or small group instruction, as needed.
- Collaborated with other staff members on special projects related to student needs.
- Attended meetings and trainings related to job duties and responsibilities.
- Assisted with clerical tasks such as filing paperwork and copying documents.
- Utilized appropriate technology tools when helping students complete assignments.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Assisted teachers in providing instruction to students.
- Provided guidance and support to students during class activities.
- Supervised recesses, lunch periods, and other non-instructional activities.
Licensed Realtor Associate
Windermere Valley Properties
Morgan Hill , CA
02.2019 - Current
Child Care and Preschool Provider
Owner Operator Independent
Gilroy , CA
09.1995 - 11.2015
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities to promote physical, social, and intellectual growth.
- Organized educational games and activities to help children learn numbers, colors, shapes, letters, and other basic skills.
- Responded promptly to any medical needs of the child while adhering to safety protocols.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Participated in professional development courses related to early childhood education.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Recorded child behavior, food and medication information for supervisors.
- Demonstrated patience when dealing with challenging behaviors from young children.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling.
Special Education Assistant
Gilroy Unified School District
Gilroy , CA
09.1983 - 06.1995
- Assisted teachers with lesson plans and classroom activities for children with special needs.
- Helped prepare materials for presentations and demonstrations for classroom instruction.
- Provided extra help to students who needed additional assistance in understanding concepts taught by the teacher.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all instructional materials were available in a timely manner for use during lessons or activities.
- Assisted with administrative tasks related to record keeping, filing documents.
- Conducted small group instruction when needed.
- Supported special education programs by providing one-on-one assistance to students with disabilities.
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect within the classroom setting.
- Provided feedback on student's progress to teachers and administrators.
- Developed strategies for helping struggling learners increase their academic success rate.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
Education
Real Estate School Certification - Residential Real Estate
Chamberlain Real Estate School
California 08.2005
High School Diploma -
Gilroy High School
Gilroy, CA06.1982
Liberal Arts and General Studies
Gavilan College
Gilroy, CASkills
- Helping Students With Special Needs
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Classroom Support
- Student Records Management
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Behavior Management
- Activity Planning
- Organization and Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Supervising Student Activities
- Individual Student Assistance
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Excellent Communicator
- Autism Familiarity
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
Timeline
Substitute Instructional Assistant
Atwater Elementary School District
11.2023 - Current
Licensed Realtor Associate
Windermere Valley Properties
02.2019 - Current
Child Care and Preschool Provider
Owner Operator Independent
09.1995 - 11.2015
Special Education Assistant
Gilroy Unified School District
09.1983 - 06.1995
Real Estate School Certification - Residential Real Estate
Chamberlain Real Estate School
High School Diploma -
Gilroy High School
Liberal Arts and General Studies
Gavilan College
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