Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Timeline
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Paola Zarama

Boca Raton,FL

Summary

Compassionate ESE Teacher with background in creating and implementing specialized learning plans for students with varying disabilities. Strengths include strong communication skills, ability to adapt teaching methods to individual student needs and collaboration with parents and other educators to promote student success. Commitment to fostering inclusive educational environments has been demonstrated through successful integration of special needs students into general education classrooms.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESE Teacher & Support

Carver Middle School
Delray, FL
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of 50 students attendances and grades in order to track academic performance over time.
  • Incorporated technology into lessons whenever possible to engage students in learning.
  • Attended 35 Individual Education Plan meetings as necessary.
  • Adapted curriculum materials based on individual student needs and abilities.
  • Created lesson plans that were aligned with state standards for grades 6, 7, and 8.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss their child's academic progress.
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one instruction for ESE students.
  • Collaborated with other educators, administrators, and parents to ensure proper implementation of IEPs.
  • Utilized effective classroom management strategies to maintain an orderly environment conducive to learning.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to reach all learners at their own level.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to working with ESE students.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.

Parent Coach

Family Central & Kids in Distress
Fort Lauderdale, FL
12.2020 - 06.2023
  • Maintained 25 case records for all clients according to agency policy and procedures.
  • Assisted 25 families in developing positive discipline strategies for their children.
  • Assisted 25 families in developing positive discipline strategies for their children.
  • Provided resources and referrals to community organizations that can provide additional support services.
  • Participated in professional development activities such as conferences, webinars, or trainings relevant to parent coaching.

Education

National Geographic Educator Certification - Education

National Geographic
Online
11-2020

MBA - Finance

Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY
02-2013

Bachelor of Arts - Finance And International Trade

Sergio Arboleda University
Colombia
11-1999

Skills

  • Individualized education plans
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Technology integration
  • Data tracking
  • Parent communication
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Behavioral intervention strategies

Accomplishments

  • Teacher of the Month - Carver Middle School - March 2025

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Professional

Certification

  • Business Certified k-12
  • National Geographic Teacher Certification

Timeline

ESE Teacher & Support

Carver Middle School
11.2023 - Current

Parent Coach

Family Central & Kids in Distress
12.2020 - 06.2023

National Geographic Educator Certification - Education

National Geographic

MBA - Finance

Mercy University

Bachelor of Arts - Finance And International Trade

Sergio Arboleda University
Paola Zarama