Norma Morales
Victoria,TX
Summary
Passionate Special Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
BISD
Victoria, Texas
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Developed lesson plans for small groups or individual students that focused on academic, behavioral, and social goals established in IEPs.
- Assisted in the implementation of accommodations outlined in IEPs such as seating arrangements or modified testing procedures.
- Supported students during classroom activities and transitions throughout the day.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to enhance social skills.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment for all learners.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
General Foreman
United Safety Shutdown
Victoria, Tx
04.2013 - 08.2019
- Coordinated crew schedules to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Managed equipment inventory to maintain optimal availability for project needs.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction including scheduling personnel and supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with project managers to plan and execute shutdown timelines effectively.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitored job site conditions to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Conducted safety inspections to promote compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational best practices.
- Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
- Communicated regularly with team members about changes in scope or schedule.
- Resolved on-site conflicts to maintain a positive work environment among team members.
- Resolved conflicts between workers regarding job assignments, methods, or deadlines.
- Analyzed job sites to mitigate risks.
- Estimated time, material, and labor costs used in project plans.
- Maintained trucks, safety kits, test equipment and supplies for tracking purposes.
Education
Bloomington High School
Victoria, TXSkills
- IEP implementation
- Behavior management
- Classroom management strategies
- Classroom support
- Student supervision
- Lesson planning
- Sensory processing support
- Learning disabilities support
- Resource allocation
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom organization
- Parental interaction
- Nonverbal communication
- Physical support
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Csst for safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
BISD
09.2023 - Current
General Foreman
United Safety Shutdown
04.2013 - 08.2019
Bloomington High School