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Miriam Perez-Garcia

Covina,CA

Summary

Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Goal-oriented, always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teach wellbeing, Ready to tackle new challenges.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Procare
11.2024 - Current
  • Supported classroom instruction by assisting educators with lesson planning and implementation.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
  • Fostered positive relationships with students to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop and monitor student progress plans.
  • Trained new paraprofessionals on classroom procedures and effective support techniques.
  • Coordinated classroom activities, ensuring alignment with educational goals and standards.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.

IHSS Care Provider

In Home Supportive Services
04.2014 - 10.2024
  • working with kids/ adults with IEP's and intellectual disabilities
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.

School Aide

CVUSD
10.2013 - 04.2014
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • 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.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
  • Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.

Photographer

Mom365 Newborn Photography
02.2013 - 10.2013
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.

Deli Service Clerk

Ralphs Grocery Store
12.2011 - 04.2012
  • Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Monitored inventory levels to order new supplies and maintain consistent stock.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northview

Skills

  • Behavioral support
  • Behavior redirection
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Special education support
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Teacher support
  • Instructional support
  • Emotional support
  • Behavior improvements
  • Relationship building
  • Child development
  • Educational support
  • Behavior management
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Effective communication
  • Progress monitoring
  • Teaching and instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Student advocacy
  • Behavioral plan management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Student supervision
  • Life skills development
  • Autism and spectrum disorders
  • Personal hygiene assistance

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Procare
11.2024 - Current

IHSS Care Provider

In Home Supportive Services
04.2014 - 10.2024

School Aide

CVUSD
10.2013 - 04.2014

Photographer

Mom365 Newborn Photography
02.2013 - 10.2013

Deli Service Clerk

Ralphs Grocery Store
12.2011 - 04.2012

High School Diploma -

Northview

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