Lizbeth Garza

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

Pasadena Independent School District

Pasadena

08.2007 - Current

Supported the implementation of modified curriculum based on IEPs and 504 Plans.
Ensured safety of all children at all times while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
Supported students in developing life skills, following classroom routines and managing behavior.
Observed student performance in order to provide feedback and make recommendations for improvement.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to develop student IEPs.
Participated in professional development activities designed to increase knowledge about best practices for working with special needs populations.
Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student learning.
Implemented strategies to support positive behavior management in the classroom environment.
Encouraged and explored activities to help students improve gross and fine motor skills.
Developed strategies to meet needs of students with variety of disabilities.
Managed challenging behaviors using evidence-based interventions in accordance with district policies.
Provided direct instruction to small groups of students in a special education classroom setting.
Utilized specialized teaching techniques such as sensory integration activities, visual aids, and verbal prompts to assist student learning.
Provided assistance to students during transitions between classes or activities as needed.
Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing behavior modification or positive reinforcement techniques.
Monitored and reinforced appropriate social skills among students in classrooms and on playgrounds.
Monitored student progress and maintained educational records.
Collected data to help determine student performance in academic and behavioral domains.
Assisted with the development of lesson plans that met the individual needs of each student.
Assisted students in use of educational computer programs and technologies.
Alerted teacher of learning or behavioral problems associated with individual students.
Maintained accurate records related to student attendance, behavior, health care services.
Contributed to creation and implementation of individualized education plans.
Created an inclusive learning environment by demonstrating respect for diverse cultural backgrounds.
Conducted assessments of student progress towards academic goals in collaboration with teachers.
Organized and managed instructional materials to maximize learning opportunities for students.
Distributed and collected workbooks, papers and other materials for instruction.
Assisted certified staff members with administering standardized tests according to local guidelines.
Implemented individualized behavioral plans for students with disabilities.
Prepared weekly educational agendas with help of lead teacher.
Evaluated and graded daily student assignments to help lead teacher.
Engaged students through creative activities such as art projects, cooking experiences, field trips.
Facilitated communication between parents and school personnel regarding educational goals and objectives.
Attended parent and teacher conferences as requested by families or school staff members.
Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans for students with special needs.
Provided assistance to students with special needs.
Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
Presented subject matter to students under teacher guidance of teachers.
Provided disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and help with accessing facilities such as restrooms.
Facilitated small group activities designed to promote social skills development among students.
Attended staff meetings and served on committees, as required.
Observed students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibited, equipment and demonstrations.
Enforced administration policies and rules governing students.
Prepared lesson outlined and planned in assigned subject areas and submit outlines to teachers for review.
Instructed students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety and food preparation.
Instructed and monitored students use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
Organized and labeled materials and displayed students' work.
Carried out behavior modification and personal development programs under supervision of special education instructors.
Monitored and documented daily attendance records for special education classes.
Requisitioned and stocked teaching materials and supplies.
Prepared classrooms with variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use in learning activities and imaginative play.
Maintained computers in classrooms and laboratories and assisted students with hardware and software use.

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ESL Paraprofessional

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

HOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

Education

BACHELOR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

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ESL Paraprofessional

HOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL

BACHELOR IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -

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