Raquel Lopez Diaz
San Diego
Summary
Dedicated and cooperative individual with strong ability to nurture positive relationships while fostering inclusive learning environment. Demonstrates patience, empathy, and persuasiveness in supporting students' academic and social development. Adept at collaborating with educators to create engaging and effective classroom activities tailored to diverse needs. Highly motivated to contribute to dynamic educational setting by leveraging strong interpersonal skills and genuine love for working with people.
Overview
2
2
Languages
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assitant
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Chula Vista, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Facilitated individualized learning plans to support diverse student needs.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Adapted educational resources for students with varying abilities and learning styles.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
Classroom Paraprofessional
Vista La Mesa Academy
La Mesa, California
05.2015 - 08.2025
- Exhibited excellent organizational skills to develop and implement lesson plans for small groups or one-on-one instruction.
- Utilized strong communication skills to collaborate with teachers, administrators and parents to ensure student success.
- Displayed excellent problem solving skills when dealing with challenging behavior issues among students.
- Performed clerical duties including grading papers, copying materials, taking attendance and filing documents.
- Demonstrated patience, compassion, and empathy in various situations.
- Helped teachers manage student behavior in the classroom through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards.
Respite Care Provider
YMCA
San Diego, Ca
06.2008 - 03.2009
- Provided compassionate and empathetic care to individuals with special needs.
- Developed individualized plans of care tailored to the client's specific needs.
- Utilized problem solving skills to anticipate potential issues and address them proactively.
- Provided children with interactive and adequate developmental activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA, US05-2014
Skills
- Student supervision
- Confidentiality compliance
- Small group instruction
- Assessment administration
- Supervising student activities
- Empathy and patience
- Preparing instructional materials
- Special education support
- Collaborative teamwork
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Fluent
English - Fluent
Timeline
Instructional Assitant
Chula Vista Elementary School District
09.2025 - Current
Classroom Paraprofessional
Vista La Mesa Academy
05.2015 - 08.2025
Respite Care Provider
YMCA
06.2008 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
San Diego State University