Monica Bobadilla
Lakeside,CA
Summary
I am a Paraprofessional in Special Education Resource with a background in supporting teachers and students across preschool to secondary school levels. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments. As a Paraprofessional in Special Education Resource, I read to students every day and maintain detailed records of their academic growth. I am excited to apply these skills to the position of Library Media Technician I, Bilingual Spanish. Bilingual skills enhance communication and support diverse student needs. A passion for working with students and literacy support is the perfect combination for this position. Committed to promoting literacy and fostering a love for reading among students.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Spanish Paraprofessional
Cajon Valley School District
El Cajon, CA
01.1997 - Current
- Instructed students K-8th using various educational programs such as Read Naturally, Signs for Sounds, Go Math, and Do the Math.
- Conducted reading and math groups under the supervision ED Specialist to implement Individualized Education Plans.
- Administered assessments to determine students' academic performance levels.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Graded assignments and tests, and documented results into filing systems.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Customized small-group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Supported English Language Learners in acquiring language skills and understanding content
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Participated in IEP meetings when a Spanish interpreter was needed
- Attended in-services, workshops, and seminars.
Library Assistant , Work Study Student
Grossmont Community College
El Cajon, CA
- Organized shelves, book displays, and other library areas according to established guidelines.
- Returned books to circulation by placing on proper shelves.
- Sorted books, publications, and other items according to established procedures.
- Managed reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library.
Library Volunteer
Johnson Elem. , Naranca Elem. , WD Hall Elem.
El Cajon, CA
- Worked alongside library staff to shelve books and organize collections.
- Greeted students at the circulation desk and provided information about the library
- Helped with Makerspace activities
Outreach Assistant , Work Study Student
Grossmont Community College
El Cajon, CA
- Greeted visitors in a friendly, professional manner.
- Answered phone calls and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Scanned documents into a digital format for storage purposes.
- Assisted with filing documents and maintaining records.
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail correspondence.
- Assisted with special projects as needed by the management team.
Education
Basic Interpreting Training Certificate
Cajon Valley Union School District
El Cajon, CASpanish and Child Development Courses
Grossmont College And Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CAHigh School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Los Angeles, CASkills
Library Skills
- Trained in the Follett Destiny Library System
- Trained in library check-in and check-out procedures using Follett Destiny
- Trained in Makerspace facilitation
- Trained in cataloging and shelving
- Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System
- Children's age-appropriate book knowledge
- Create visual displays
- Research proficiency
- Multimedia proficient
- Public speaking skills
- Classroom management
Clerical Skills
- Make phone calls to remind parents of meetings in Spanish
- Translate notes from the teacher to the parent in Spanish
- Lesson planning
- Make copies
- File IEP Documents in Cums
- Create student data spreadsheets
- Analyze student data, looking for growth
- Update student data weekly
- Share data with the Special Ed team for report cards and IEP meetings
- Team collaboration, Gen Ed, and Special Ed
- Keep a file system organized and updated
- Document scanning and copying
- Spanish translations for parents
- Proficient in Google Workspace: Drive, Sheets, and Docs
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Create schedules for groups
- Multitasking and organizational skills
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Spanish Paraprofessional
Cajon Valley School District
01.1997 - Current
Library Assistant , Work Study Student
Grossmont Community College
Library Volunteer
Johnson Elem. , Naranca Elem. , WD Hall Elem.
Outreach Assistant , Work Study Student
Grossmont Community College
Basic Interpreting Training Certificate
Cajon Valley Union School District
Spanish and Child Development Courses
Grossmont College And Cuyamaca College
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School