Nichelle Reno
Apache Junction,AZ
Summary
Compassionate paraprofessional skilled in behavior management, communication, and special education support. Dedicated to fostering student collaboration and enhancing learning outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional II
Florence Unified School District
San Tan Valley, AZ
05.2024 - 09.2026
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated communication between educators, parents, and support staff to enhance student outcomes.
- Monitored student behavior and academic progress, providing timely feedback to instructional staff.
- Supported classroom activities by assisting students with learning objectives and reinforcing educational concepts.
Unified Sports Program Head Coach
Florence Unified School District
San Tan Valley, AZ
02.2024 - 09.2026
- Led strategic planning for team competitions and overall program growth.
- Developed training programs enhancing athlete performance and skill development.
- Fostered a positive team culture, promoting collaboration and sportsmanship among athletes.
- Mentored coaching staff, improving instructional techniques and game strategies.
- Maintained open communication between parents, partners and athletes.
Direct Care Worker
TLC Services
Mesa, AZ
06.2006 - 07.2025
- Delivered compassionate support to clients with diverse physical and emotional needs.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity among clients.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to client requirements and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure consistent and quality care delivery.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
- Demonstrated empathy and understanding while addressing the diverse cultural, social, emotional, or intellectual needs of each patient.
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and emotional well-being.
- Assisted clients in personal care routines, promoting dignity and independence while ensuring safety standards were met.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct care, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the team.
Campus Security
Florence Unified School District
San Tan Valley, AZ
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated self-motivation by completing tasks independently and efficiently.
- Adapted quickly to fast-paced work settings, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with team members while effectively completing individual responsibilities.
- Learned new processes rapidly to enhance team productivity.
- Monitored numerous sporting events, dances, graduations, and other events held on campus.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Mountain High School
Mesa, AZ05-2003
Skills
- Special needs support
- Special education support
- Support for special needs
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- Behavior management
- Student supervision
- Data collection
- Documentation
- CPR and first aid
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Group tutoring
- Individual assistance
Accomplishments
- Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.
- Head Flag Football coach for 18 students in 9-12th grade.
- Head Basketball coach for 20 students in 9-12th grade.
- Supported 3 classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of 25 students.
Certification
- CPI Training - Annually
- CPR 1st/ Aid
- Level 1 Fingerprtint Card IVPP505500
Timeline
Paraprofessional II
Florence Unified School District
05.2024 - 09.2026
Unified Sports Program Head Coach
Florence Unified School District
02.2024 - 09.2026
Campus Security
Florence Unified School District
09.2021 - 05.2024
Direct Care Worker
TLC Services
06.2006 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Red Mountain High School