Nancy Gonzalez
Los Alamos,CA
Summary
Compassionate bilingual instructional aide with a focus on nurturing student growth in diverse classrooms. Demonstrated success in providing individualized support and fostering collaboration among students. Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential through effective teaching strategies. Proven track record of creating positive and engaging learning environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Oak Valley Elementry
Buellton, California
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in developing individualized education plans for students.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance learning engagement.
- Supported classroom activities and managed student behavior effectively.
- Collaborated with specialists to implement therapeutic strategies for students.
- Provided personal care and assistance to students with special needs.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Collaborated with therapists when necessary to assist students' development of motor skills or sensory processing abilities.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Behavior Technician
Battles Elementary School
Santa Maria, CA
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Delivered one-on-one support for nonverbal autistic student, enhancing communication and engagement in special education classroom.
- Supported the instructional team by modeling positive behavioral interventions and reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted data collection and monitoring of student behavior, enabling effective tracking of progress and informing intervention strategies.
- Modeled positive behavioral interventions and reinforcement strategies for instructional team, fostering a collaborative approach to student support.
Instructional Support Aide
Oak Valley Elementary
Buellton, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported students with special needs in classroom and small-group settings to enhance learning experiences.
- Assisted with behavior management and engagement strategies to improve student focus in academic tasks.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet student learning needs.
- Encouraged social interaction and modeled appropriate behaviors to foster a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with agency to provide support
Classroom Assistant (Volunteer)
Santa Maria, CA
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Supported SPED classrooms with group activities and behavior management.
- Helped maintain a structured and positive learning environment.
Summer Program Assistant
Santa Maria, CA
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised children, including students with disabilities, during summer programs.
- Encouraged peer interaction and supported daily routines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ernest Righetti High School
Santa Maria, CASkills
- Behavior intervention & data collection
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Classroom & behavior management
- Experience with nonverbal/autistic students
- IEP support & teacher collaboration
- Strong communication & teamwork
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Toileting assistance
- Feeding and toileting assistance
- Social skills training
Certification
CPR & First Aid Trained
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Oak Valley Elementry
10.2025 - Current
Behavior Technician
Battles Elementary School
08.2024 - 09.2025
Instructional Support Aide
Oak Valley Elementary
01.2023 - 01.2024
Classroom Assistant (Volunteer)
01.2018 - 01.2022
Summer Program Assistant
01.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Ernest Righetti High School