Mabel Pequeno
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at Anchorage School District, skilled in behavior management and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through individualized support and small group instruction. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and achieving positive educational outcomes for students with diverse needs. Reliable team player focused on student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Anchorage School District
09.2023 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with diverse learning needs.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators on behavioral and academic performance.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Streamlined daily routines by organizing classroom resources and maintaining supplies effectively.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Assisted in the organization of field trips and extracurricular events that offered valuable real-world experiences for special education students, fostering skill-building opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
School Secretary
Kashunamiut School District
07.2017 - 05.2023
- Managed daily operations of front office, ensuring efficient workflow and communication.
- Coordinated schedules for faculty and staff, optimizing resource allocation and time management.
- Developed and implemented filing systems to enhance document retrieval and organization.
- Facilitated effective communication between school administration, parents, and community members.
- Trained new administrative staff on office procedures and district protocols to ensure consistency.
- Processed student registrations and withdrawals.
- Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors and parents to facilitate office operations.
- Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures.
- Managed school calendar and scheduling, ensuring timely communication with parents, teachers, and administrators.
- Managed inventory of school supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate resources were available for classroom instruction and activities.
- Participated in meetings, workshops and seminars to covey or gather information to perform functions.
- Organized special events such as fundraisers, parent-teacher conferences, and graduation ceremonies to foster a sense of community within the school setting.
- Facilitated a positive working environment through conflict resolution efforts among staff members when necessary.
- Improved operational efficiency by monitoring and ordering office supplies as needed, ensuring smooth running of school administrative functions.
- Contributed to safe school environment by maintaining up-to-date emergency contact and medical information for all students.
- Supported positive educational atmosphere by resolving student and parent concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Managed reception area, creating welcoming atmosphere for students, parents, and visitors.
- Supported Principal's office, contributing to management of school's administrative activities and representing school in professional manner.
Elementary Reading Paraprofessional
Kashunamiut School District
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teacher with lesson delivery and student engagement.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance individualized learning experiences for students.
- Implemented behavioral support strategies to promote positive student interactions and classroom management.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in reading.
- Read books with students from Kindergarten to 5th grade everyday.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chevak School
Chevak, AlaskaSkills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Classroom recordkeeping
- Student engagement
- Teamwork
- Reliability
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Anchorage School District
09.2023 - Current
School Secretary
Kashunamiut School District
07.2017 - 05.2023
Elementary Reading Paraprofessional
Kashunamiut School District
01.2017 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Chevak School