Montserrat Santiago
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with 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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ELL Paraeducator
Americas Finest Charter School
730 45th Street
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with staff members to create a supportive learning environment for ELL students.
- Assisted classroom teachers in implementing lesson plans tailored to the needs of ELL students.
- Monitored and tracked student progress.
- Helped with daily set-up and clean-up of materials and activities.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Created a safe space where learners felt comfortable taking risks while practicing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in English.
Paraeducator
America’s Finest Charter School
730 45th Street San Diego, CA
10.2015 - Current
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Transferred and directed phone calls, guests and mail to correct staff members.
- Kept team efficient and on-task by maintaining well-stocked and organized supplies.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
After-School Program Leader
Americas Finest Charter School
730 45th Street
09.2015 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and involvement in the program.
- Assisted students with homework completion, providing individualized support and guidance as needed.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies, creating a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
- Supervised up to 40 students during outdoor exercise periods, monitoring group and individual safety.
- Implemented student safety measures across program to minimize accidents.
- Completed and kept records related to program and individual students for future use by other personnel.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Spanish
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA05.2024
Certificate - Education
San Diego County Office of Education
6401 Linda Vista Rd, San Diego04.2024
High School Diploma -
Health Sciences High And Middle College
San Diego, CA06.2015
Skills
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Customer service
- Active listener
- Positive attitude and energetic
- Classroom Management
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Filling and classroom organization
- Quick learner
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Communication skills
Timeline
ELL Paraeducator
Americas Finest Charter School
12.2023 - Current
Paraeducator
America’s Finest Charter School
10.2015 - Current
After-School Program Leader
Americas Finest Charter School
09.2015 - Current
Associate of Arts - Spanish
San Diego City College
Certificate - Education
San Diego County Office of Education
High School Diploma -
Health Sciences High And Middle College