Open To Work
Leslie Canas
Las Vegas,NV
Work Preference
Summary
I am a motivated and hardworking college student currently attending school out of state, where I also gained my first professional work experience. Through both high school and my first year of college, I have developed strong communication skills, a fast-paced work ethic, and the ability to build meaningful connections with others. Growing up in a Hispanic household has shaped my values of responsibility, adaptability, and dedication. I am seeking employment to earn additional income for the upcoming academic year, as managing out-of-state college expenses presents a significant financial challenge.
Work History
College-Based Paraprofessional
McPherson County Special Education Cooperative
McPherson, Kansas
01.2026 - 04.2026
- My first job was a college-based paraprofessional position where I worked at both a middle school and an elementary school while attending college this year in McPherson, Kansas.
- In this role, I learned how to communicate effectively with the staff, students, and others I worked closely with each day.
- I developed strong teamwork skills and learned how to adapt quickly in different classroom environments.
- I am a hardworking and fast-paced worker who always made sure to complete tasks efficiently and on time.
- This experience also taught me the importance of patience, especially when supporting students with different needs.
- I focused on building positive relationships with both students and coworkers, which helped create a supportive and productive environment.
Education
High School -
CIMARRON-MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
FRESHMAN COLLEGE -
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF KANSAS
KansasCOLLEGE-BASED PARA -
MCPHERSON COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
Skills
- COMMUNICATION
- TEAMWORK
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- ADAPTABILITY
- RELIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE
- FAST-PACED WORK ETHIC
Languages
English, Expert
Experience - Positions
College-Based Para, McPherson County Special Education Cooperative, 01/22/26, 04/28/26, My first job was a college-based paraprofessional position where I worked at both a middle school and an elementary school while attending college this year in McPherson, Kansas. In this role, I learned how to communicate effectively with the staff, students, and others I worked closely with each day. I developed strong teamwork skills and learned how to adapt quickly in different classroom environments. I am a hardworking and fast-paced worker who always made sure to complete tasks efficiently and on time. This experience also taught me the importance of patience, especially when supporting students with different needs. I focused on building positive relationships with both students and coworkers, which helped create a supportive and productive environment.
Timeline
College-Based Paraprofessional
McPherson County Special Education Cooperative
01.2026 - 04.2026
High School -
CIMARRON-MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
FRESHMAN COLLEGE -
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF KANSAS
COLLEGE-BASED PARA -
MCPHERSON COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE