Marlene Smail
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Experienced paraprofessional bringing in-depth knowledge of classroom environments and student behavior management. Skills include individualized instruction, special education support, and collaboration with teachers to plan and implement lessons. Positively impacted students' learning experience through personalized attention and consistent engagement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Etiwanda school district
Etiwanda, CA
11.2023 - Current
- Supported teachers by preparing instructional materials to support in class learning.
- Assisted students with learning activities and provided one-on-one support.
- Managed classroom behavior by implementing school-wide discipline policies.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
Licensed Manicurist
The Claremont club
Claremont, California
06.2001 - 03.2021
- Provided personalized nail care services to clients at a premier fitness and wellness club.
- Performed manicure and pedicure treatments using high-quality products and equipment.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure client safety and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service offerings and client experience.
- Managed appointment schedule to optimize time efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage and restocking supplies.
- Advised customers on color selection based on skin tone, lifestyle habits and fashion trends.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to maximize repeat business opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations related to sanitation practices.
- Educated clients on proper nail care and the use of appropriate products to maintain healthy nails.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers to ensure smooth running of daily operations.
Child Caregiver
The Claremont Club
Claremont, California
07.2001 - 06.2002
- Provided attentive care and supervision to children in a safe environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and childcare facilities.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's daily activities and needs.
- Implemented routine schedules to support daily care and learning activities.
- Provided emotional support when needed during periods of distress or anxiety.
- Engaged in conversations with young children to help them develop verbal communication skills.
- Ensured that toys, furniture and equipment are clean and sanitized regularly.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Promoted healthy habits such as hand washing, social distancing.
- Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
Education
Associate of Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA12-2025
Manicurist License - Manicurist
Pomona Cosmetology School
Pomona, CA10-2002
Skills
- Effective communication
- Instructional support
- Behavioral interventions
- Activity planning
- Schedule management
- Disability awareness
- Autism spectrum
- Student accommodation
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Etiwanda school district
11.2023 - Current
Child Caregiver
The Claremont Club
07.2001 - 06.2002
Licensed Manicurist
The Claremont club
06.2001 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Pasadena City College
Manicurist License - Manicurist
Pomona Cosmetology School
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