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Raven Diaz

Eustis,FL

Summary

Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Excellent organizational and communication skills and can provide individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Caring with hands-on experience monitoring well-being and safety of children. Energetic in conducting fun, age-appropriate activities and modeling appropriate social behaviors. Alert and organized individual dedicated to maintaining child-friendly environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Autism Paraprofessional

Lake Hills School
Eustis, FL
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided direct support to teachers in implementing evidence based instructional strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  • Supported and monitored implementation of IEP goals and objectives to ensure successful outcomes for identified students.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques such as verbal praise or tangible rewards when appropriate.
  • Attended trainings related to working effectively with individuals on the autism spectrum.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.

Elementary School Reading Tutor

Self-employed
04.2023 - Current
  • Assessed educational needs and incorporated fun and exciting activities to improve students' reading skills.
  • Adapted lessons according to student's strengths and weaknesses, special needs, disabilities or language barriers.
  • Utilized technology such as online resources and interactive software programs to supplement instruction.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to help students improve their reading comprehension skills.

ESE Paraprofessional

Neptune Middle School
Kissimmee, FL
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.

Summer Camp Instructor

City Of Kissimmee
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Modeled appropriate behavior to help children develop decision making, problem-solving and other essential life skills.
  • Created lesson plans and led hands-on group projects for students.
  • Planned and delivered interactive crafts and activities to groups of students.
  • Taught kids ages 6 to 8 rules and gameplay of different sports.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with students and parents to further program objectives and overall success.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gateway High School
Kissimmee, FL

Skills

  • Child Supervision
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Educational Assistance
  • Motor Skills Development
  • Emotional Support
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish

Certification

  • CPI Training - [2023-2024]
  • CEU Florida Department of Children and Families

-Special Needs Appropriate Practices (SNP)

-Basic Guidance and Discipline (BGD)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Autism Paraprofessional

Lake Hills School
01.2024 - Current

Elementary School Reading Tutor

Self-employed
04.2023 - Current

ESE Paraprofessional

Neptune Middle School
08.2022 - 01.2024

Summer Camp Instructor

City Of Kissimmee
06.2019 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Gateway High School
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