Mery Rodriguez
Cutler Bay
Summary
Highly motivated team player with a passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Southwood Middle School
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
ESE Paraprofessional
Southwood Middle School
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
ESE Paraprofessional
Cutler Bay Middle School
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
ESE Paraprofessional
Cutler Ridge Elementary
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
ESE Paraprofessional
Palmetto Elementary
01.2017 - 06.2018
- One on One Paraprofessional
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/ESE ESOL Reading Endorsement
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL12-2024
Skills
- Progress monitoring
- Transition planning
- Data collection
- Emotional support
- Classroom support
- IEP implementation
- Documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Calm and patient demeanor
Timeline
Student Teacher
Southwood Middle School
08.2024 - Current
ESE Paraprofessional
Southwood Middle School
08.2022 - 08.2024
ESE Paraprofessional
Cutler Bay Middle School
11.2021 - 06.2022
ESE Paraprofessional
Cutler Ridge Elementary
08.2018 - 11.2021
ESE Paraprofessional
Palmetto Elementary
01.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/ESE ESOL Reading Endorsement
University of West Florida
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