LYDIA MAGALLON
Tustin,CA
Summary
Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 5 years of related experience. Versed in best practices, parent communication, accomondations, and strategies to optimize learning for individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Irvine Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Collaborated with teachers, Occupation Therapists, Speech Language Pathologist, Physical Therapist to provide in-class support and modifications for each student, ensuring student safety and participation.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
Respite Care Provider
Premier Health
03.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
Behavior Interventionist
Irvine Unified School District
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Followed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ2023
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA2018
Skills
- Multitasking strength
- Progress tracking
- Resource advocacy
- Teacher Support
- Documentation
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Irvine Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Irvine Unified School District
02.2020 - 08.2022
Respite Care Provider
Premier Health
03.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Math And Science
Victor Valley College
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