Mario Baca
Fresno,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Special Education Paraprofessional experienced in small group instruction and student supervision. Sharp and highly trained with desire to positively impact students with learning disabilities. Self-starter proudly promotes positive educational environments. Offers strong background working with special needs students. Attentive to details and thorough in helping students complete assignments. Patient Special Education Paraprofessional supportive of instructors and skilled in implementing classroom activities. Experienced in classroom safety, learning processes and individualized learning. Hands-on and ambitious professional committed to accommodating students in learning processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Maxim Staffing/Amergis
Fresno , CA
2024.04 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication, problem solving, self-advocacy and independent living skills among special needs students.
- Provided additional support during state testing periods including administering tests, monitoring time limits and assisting with accommodations when necessary.
Campus Safety Assistant Substitute
Fresno Unified School
Fresno , CA
2023.10 - 2023.12
- Assisted with the enforcement of campus safety policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular patrols of campus grounds to ensure security.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Provided assistance to faculty, staff, students, and visitors as needed.
- Enforced institutional rules, regulations and laws regarding student conduct to maintain safe campus.
Physical Education Aide
Central Unified School District
Fresno , CA
2021.08 - 2022.01
- Assisted the head physical education teacher in setting up and organizing equipment for various physical activities.
- Maintained a safe environment by monitoring student behavior during physical activities.
- Instructed students on proper technique and safety guidelines while participating in sports, games and other physical activities.
- Helped with coaching duties as needed including developing practice plans and drills.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly stored after each class period.
- Conducted demonstrations of proper exercise techniques to help students understand the importance of fitness and health.
- Encouraged positive social interaction between students during physical activities.
Instructional Assistant II
Clovis Unified School District, Miramonte Elementary School
Clovis , CA
2014.05 - 2022.05
- Provided individual and small group instruction to students with disabilities in the areas of reading, math, and writing.
- Organized instructional materials and activities for special education classrooms.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
- Attended training sessions on best practices for working with students with special needs.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by the teacher or behavioral specialist.
Head Basketball Coach/Baseball JV
Clovis Unified School District, Miramonte Elementary School
Clovis , CA
2014.11 - 2022.05
- Provided individual instruction and mentoring for student athletes on technical skills, tactics, and game strategy.
- Created strategies to effectively motivate players during practices and games.
- Established standards of conduct for all players that promoted sportsmanship and team spirit.
- Maintained inventory of equipment, uniforms, supplies., necessary for the program's operations.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their children's progress in the program.
- Maintained player and staff safety during practices, games and travel.
- Observed health and safety guidelines and protocols during practice sessions and game to help players avoid injuries.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Communications
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA1998-05
Skills
- Classroom support
- Disability Awareness
- Classwork oversight
- Special needs
- Teacher Assistance
- Activity management
- Experienced with [Technology]
- Student Supervision
- Life Skills Development
- Toileting assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom Organization
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Maxim Staffing/Amergis
2024.04 - Current
Campus Safety Assistant Substitute
Fresno Unified School
2023.10 - 2023.12
Physical Education Aide
Central Unified School District
2021.08 - 2022.01
Head Basketball Coach/Baseball JV
Clovis Unified School District, Miramonte Elementary School
2014.11 - 2022.05
Instructional Assistant II
Clovis Unified School District, Miramonte Elementary School
2014.05 - 2022.05
Associate of Applied Science - Communications
Cerritos College
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