Paloma Nielsen
Copperas Cove,TX
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing student learning outcomes and classroom efficiency at Copperas Cove Independent School District. Leveraged expertise in Special Education Support and a calm, patient demeanor to tailor lesson plans for diverse needs, achieving significant behavioral improvements. Excelled in collaborative lesson planning and individual student assistance, demonstrating a commitment to educational excellence and student development. A highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provide individualized assistance and support. And have experience in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Seeks and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education and BSC Paraprofessional
Copperas Cove Independent School District
04.2022 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Children's Ministry Provider
Fort Hood Watchcare/ Night Owl Kids
03.2020 - Current
- Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Supervised children from ages 3 months to 6 years.
- Offered individual attention for children dealing with learning, emotional or home problems.
- Skilled with care and specific needs of physically handicapped or disabled children.
- Conducted safety and wellness inspections of facilities and sanitized toys and surfaces.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Monitored class of 1-20 children for up to9 hours daily.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Anne Arundel County Schools
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
X-Ray Technician
Gabinete Garay
07.2000 - 10.2002
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Imaged patients with advanced [Type] machinery to show internal structures, systems and blood flow in support of clinical activities.
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep pediatric patients comfortable and still.
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Managed admissions forms, patient instructions and consent documentation.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Prepared and mixed contrast agents for enhanced imaging.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Upheld high level of service to patients by assisting in different ways, displaying professionalism, and responding appropriately to questions and concerns.
- Coordinated with other healthcare personnel to deliver quality patient care.
- Assisted radiologist in performing special imaging procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for imaging.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
Education
Technical Certificate - Radiology Tech
I.M.S.S.
Sonora Mexico06.2000
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Schedule Management
- Small Group Instruction
- Arts and crafts
- Special Education Support
- Classroom support
- Documentation
- Teacher Support
- Educational assistance
- Differentiated Instruction
- Test Proctoring
- Activity Oversight
- Social support
- Storytelling
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavior improvements
- Social development and integration
- CPR and First Aid
- Elementary Education
- Data Collection
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Multicultural Awareness
- Individual Student Assistance
- Individual Instruction
- Creating Visual Displays
- Group and individual instruction
- Special Education
- After-school programs
- Classroom Organization
- Activity Planning
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Patient
- Educational Support
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Behavior Management
- Parent Communication
- Assessment administration
- Educational Games
- Classroom Technology
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Computer Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Teacher Assistance
- Student Supervision
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Life Skills Training
- Reading and Writing Support
- Emotional Support
- Effective Communication
- IEP familiarity
- Classroom Management
- Enrichment Activities
- Supervising Student Activities
- Social integration
- Mathematics Instruction
- Helping Students with Special Needs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education and BSC Paraprofessional
Copperas Cove Independent School District
04.2022 - Current
Children's Ministry Provider
Fort Hood Watchcare/ Night Owl Kids
03.2020 - Current
Special Education Resource Paraprofessional
Anne Arundel County Schools
01.2012 - 12.2017
X-Ray Technician
Gabinete Garay
07.2000 - 10.2002
Technical Certificate - Radiology Tech
I.M.S.S.