Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
web
Kimberly Barbagelata

Kimberly Barbagelata

Special Education Paraprofessional
Linden,CA

Summary

Dedicated and resourceful special education paraprofessional with hands-on experience in supporting students with disabilities and knowledge and experience with student health needs. Known for effective communication with parents and collaboration with teachers to enhance student learning and well-being. Attentive professional brings solid background in neurodiverse instruction and classroom management. Compassionate academic professional with strong commitment to building welcoming and inclusive learning environments. Supports teachers with administrative assistance, classroom documentation, and supplemental instruction. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Compassionate professional with a background in special education and health support. Proven ability to enhance student well-being through effective communication, crisis management, and positive reinforcement strategies, aimed at promoting independent thinking and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Linden Unified School District
Linden
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in developing individualized education plans for students.
  • Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities and tasks.
  • Monitored student behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Organized educational materials and resources for classroom use.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve skills in special education practices.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.

Health Clerk

Linden Unified School District
Linden
10.2017 - 05.2024
  • Managed student health records and maintained confidentiality.
  • Assisted in coordinating health screenings and immunization programs.
  • Communicated with parents regarding student health issues and concerns.
  • Facilitated the administration of medications to students as needed.
  • Organized and maintained medical supplies and first aid kits.
  • Supported school staff in responding to health emergencies effectively.
  • Trained new staff on health procedures and record-keeping practices.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals for student wellness initiatives.
  • Compiled and maintained logs, and statistical or research records to locate requested health data.
  • Assisted in maintaining student records by entering information into the computer system accurately and efficiently.

Education

Early Childhood Development

San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA

Skills

  • Communication with parents
  • Health record management
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Cultural awareness
  • Skill building
  • IEP implementation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • IEP compliance
  • Classroom management strategies
  • Data collection
  • Classroom organization
  • Functional communication
  • Student advocacy
  • Conflict resolution
  • Positive behavior reinforcement
  • Seizure management
  • Autism support
  • Time management aptitude
  • Critical thinking
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Effective communication
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Medical records management
  • Healthcare software
  • Administrative support experience
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Resourcefulness and initiative
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Professional demeanor
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem-solving
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Linden Unified School District
08.2024 - Current

Health Clerk

Linden Unified School District
10.2017 - 05.2024

Early Childhood Development

San Joaquin Delta College
Kimberly BarbagelataSpecial Education Paraprofessional