Paulina Vega Prieto
Denver,Colorado
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Support Teacher
DSST Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Before and After School Program Director
STARS Kid Care
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Maintained confidentiality of records by using appropriate data security methods.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current programs using qualitative feedback from stakeholders and quantitative metrics related to student success rates.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students, resulting in personalized support and increased achievement levels.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles among participants by integrating physical activity options into the daily schedule.
- Selected nutritious snacks and educational toys for students.
- Scheduled mini-lessons, art projects and unstructured playtime for school-age children.
- Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.
CNA
Touching Hearts At Home
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Law Firm Receptionist
Law Office Of Clifford J. Enten
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
- Helped maintain office security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges as needed.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Children's Church Coordinator
Templo Gethsemani Commerce City
10.2013 - 10.2017
- Coordinated lessons and activities for each Sundays.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Built great relationships with the kids and their families
- Coordinated dance choreography for the students
- Planned outdoor activities
- Planned play and other performances for special services like holidays
- Met with the pastor regularly to assure standards were being met
- Trained other teachers and guided them
Sales Associate
Hollister.Co
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
- Streamlined processes within the store''s operations by organizing merchandise layouts for easy access.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Data Analytics
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO10.2025
High School Diploma -
Montbello High School
Denver, CO05.2013
High School Diploma -
Vista Academy
Denver, CO05.2013
Skills
- SMART Board
- Special Needs Students
- Core Curriculum and Standards
- Standardized Testing
- Activity implementation
- Laboratory Monitoring
- Special Education Support
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Google Classroom
- Multicultural Awareness
- Relationship Building
- Supervising Student Activities
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Attendance Tracking
- Behavior Modeling
- Computer Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Student Health and Safety
- Diversity and Inclusion
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Campus Support Teacher
DSST Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Before and After School Program Director
STARS Kid Care
07.2022 - 06.2023
CNA
Touching Hearts At Home
03.2021 - 07.2022
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
03.2020 - 03.2021
Law Firm Receptionist
Law Office Of Clifford J. Enten
07.2018 - 08.2018
Children's Church Coordinator
Templo Gethsemani Commerce City
10.2013 - 10.2017
Sales Associate
Hollister.Co
10.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Data Analytics
Colorado Technical University
High School Diploma -
Montbello High School
High School Diploma -
Vista Academy
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