Nayely Garcia
Hood River,OR
Summary
Experienced in live-in personal support work, home visiting, child development, and academic development. Strong focus on providing exceptional services. Adept at problem-solving and effectively de-escalating situations. Fluent in both Spanish and English, facilitating clear communication. 5 years of experience delivering high-level support to families and disabled individuals. Collaborative team leader who values learning from others and embraces opportunities to acquire new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
The Next Door
Hood River, OR
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular home visits to assess family progress and adjust support plans as needed.
- Documented client interactions, interventions provided, progress made, and any barriers encountered during service.
- Developed comprehensive plans to support children's growth.
- Strengthened families’ by offering guidance on parenting strategies, communication techniques, and conflict resolution skills
- Connect families with networks through referrals to community programs that encourage peer support or mentorship.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in family support services and trauma informed.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Wy'east Middle School
Hood River, OR, USA
05.2022 - 03.2024
- Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees, as required
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- De-escalation skills during confrontational situations without using physical force or verbal
- Give special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory and motor skills, language, and memory
- Instruct special needs students in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning
Substitute
Hood River County School District
Hood River, OR, USA
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Carry out tasks effectively and in a timely manner
- Maintaining a positive and safe environment for students
- Convey effectively with students and assist when needed
- Complete all tasks assigned by Instructor
Personal Support Worker
Community Living Case Management
The Dalles, OR, USA
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Maintain and improve verbal communication skills and child development
- Communication with physical, occupational, speech therapists
- Problem solving and good transitioning into different tasks
- Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, hygiene, physical activities and toilet habits
- Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services
- Care for individuals or families during periods of family disruption, providing companionship, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles
Education
Certification -
Gorge Academy of Cosmetology
The Dalles, OR2021
High school diploma -
Hood River Valley High School
Hood River, OR2019
Skills
- Special Education Instruction
- Trauma-Informed Community Outreach
- Early Childhood Education
- Bilingual Spanish/English
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
The Next Door
04.2024 - Current
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Wy'east Middle School
05.2022 - 03.2024
Substitute
Hood River County School District
04.2022 - 05.2022
Personal Support Worker
Community Living Case Management
02.2019 - 04.2022
Certification -
Gorge Academy of Cosmetology
High school diploma -
Hood River Valley High School