Maritsa tapia
surprise,AZ
Summary
Dynamic paraprofessional with proven expertise at Autism Academy in implementing effective behavioral strategies and enhancing student engagement. Skilled in classroom management and organizational skills, I successfully guided students in developing study skills, fostering a positive learning environment. Committed to collaboration and communication, I excel in supporting diverse student needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Autism Academy
Glendale, AZ
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
Stocker
Dollar Tree
Surprise, AZ
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Organized storage areas for efficient use of space.
- Issued supplies, materials and products to team members based on information from requisitions.
- Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
- Stored and organized items in tool or supply rooms, allowing for easy retrieval.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
Teaching Assistant
Dysart Unified School District
El Mirage, Arizona
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
- Scheduled teaching observations to receive supervisor feedback about teaching performance.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Led discussion sections, tutorials and laboratory sections under teacher direction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dysart High School
El Mirage, AZ05-2024
Some College (No Degree) -
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Classroom management
- Behavioral strategies
- Student guidance
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Supply management
- Customer service
- Skill building support
- Study skills development
- Curriculum understanding
- Lesson planning
- Life skills training
- Educational games
- Educational technology usage
Certification
- CPR certified
- RBT certified
- fingerprint clearance card holder
- K-12 experience
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Autism Academy
10.2024 - Current
Stocker
Dollar Tree
01.2022 - 08.2024
Teaching Assistant
Dysart Unified School District
08.2020 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Dysart High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Arizona State University