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Marissa Ayala
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Summary
Dynamic site coordinator at Santa Ana Unified School District with a track record of enhancing family engagement and community relationships. Expertise in event planning and communication led to a significant increase in parental involvement in school activities, creating a supportive environment for student success. Highly adaptable and organized, excelling in managing diverse program needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Coordinator
Santa Ana Unified School District
01.2023 - Current
- Provide program coordination by monitoring and implementing supervision on a daily basis
- Maintain and complete all program record keeping related to student enrollment and wait list
- Conduct attendance records, monthly program reports, and submission of timecards
- Coordinate program field trips, family night, and other special events
- Communicate regularly with parents, teachers, and school administrators, providing updates on students progress and developments, strengthening community relationships and support.
- Develops and led a comprehensive family engagement strategy that increased parental involvement in school activities
Office Specialist
Orange County Sheriff's Department
Santa Ana, Ca
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated the mainline phone system. Receives calls from the public or other agencies and routes phone calls to the appropriate individual
- Assisted in Background interviews for sworn staff
- Accessed to DOJ to run fingerprints
- Checked applicants' credit through Experian
- Worked recruitments on Saturdays to help assist Deputies in written exams, physical tests, and scheduling oral panels
- Prepared statistical reports as required
- Entered new hires' information, waived, non-select files, and security clearance in Professional Standards System
- Facilitated security clearance processes for new hires, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Sheriff's Records Technician
Central Jail Complex
Santa Ana, Ca
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Reviewed warrants and inmate documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed records and databases to ensure data integrity.
- Collaborated with deputy sheriffs to book, track, and release inmates.
- Gathered information from legal documents and requested necessary warrants.
- Filed confidential files systematically by court date and last name.
- Processed all incoming and outgoing mail for inmates, deputies, and other units.
- Provided clerical support to enhance office efficiency and productivity.
- Assisted visitors by providing information and transferring phone calls.
Campus Safety Assistant
Garden Grove Unified School District
Garden Grove
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Answered telephones and assisted visitors; answered informational inquiries; took messages
- Assured student compliance with the policies and procedures of the school and district
- Assisted teachers in classrooms to ensure safety amongst other students
- Worked alongside Garden Grove Police Department to report suspicious activities on campus
- Facilitated crowd control during school events
- Unlock/secure appropriate buildings/rooms and facilities
Student Paraprofessional
Santa Ana Unified School District
Santa Ana
09.2015 - 02.2019
- Conducted lessons and managed classroom activities to support teachers effectively.
- Supervised students during class, lunch, and recess to ensure a safe environment.
- Facilitated activities promoting physical, emotional, and social development in students.
- Worked with large groups, small groups, and one-on-one to address diverse learning needs.
- Collected data daily for each student to track progress and inform instruction.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to redirect student behavior constructively.
- Assisted in IEP meetings to contribute insights on student performance and needs.
Instructional Provider
Santa Ana Unified School District
Santa Ana
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Collaborated with site coordinator and school principal during meetings to discuss initiatives.
- Entered attendance data into Aries and prepared comprehensive attendance rosters.
- Developed weekly calendars for physical education assignments and enrichment activities.
- Engaged parents regarding child behavior and academic progress to enhance communication.
- Resolved complaints and addressed conflicts to maintain a positive environment.
- Monitored classroom flow and structure to ensure effective learning.
Program Provider
Boys and Girls Club of Santa Ana
09.2012 - 09.2015
- Provided support to all program staff and students
- Mentored one-on-one students with a high risk of academics retention by providing liaison support to staff and family
- Implemented and promoted the development of a youth enrichment program for youth
- Hosted family nights/meetings
- Clerical assistant as needed to enroll students, file, and schedule appointments
- Plan summer field trips and activities
- Organized and led community engagement initiatives, enhancing the organization's public image and outreach.
- Established and nurtured partnerships with local businesses, schools, and nonprofit organizations to support community programs.
Education
Psychology -
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA12-2026
High School Graduate -
Bolsa Grande High School
Garden Grove, CA06-2010
Skills
- Leadership and team coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Event planning and management
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Time management and organization
- Attendance tracking
- Logistics coordination
Certification
- Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
- C.L.E.T.S (California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System)
- CPR/Infant/First Aid
Timeline
Site Coordinator
Santa Ana Unified School District
01.2023 - Current
Office Specialist
Orange County Sheriff's Department
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sheriff's Records Technician
Central Jail Complex
02.2019 - 11.2021
Campus Safety Assistant
Garden Grove Unified School District
11.2018 - 02.2019
Instructional Provider
Santa Ana Unified School District
09.2016 - 11.2018
Student Paraprofessional
Santa Ana Unified School District
09.2015 - 02.2019
Program Provider
Boys and Girls Club of Santa Ana
09.2012 - 09.2015
Psychology -
Golden West College
High School Graduate -
Bolsa Grande High School