Regina Mendoza
Santa Maria,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience at San Luis Coastal Unified School District, adept at delivering emotional support and enhancing student engagement. Proven ability to collect and input data accurately while thriving under pressure. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and achieving positive outcomes for individuals with diverse needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
08.2022 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with instructors to tailor educational resources for inclusive learning environments.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
Daycare Assistant
Godínez Family Daycare
Santa Maria, CA
05.2016 - 12.2024
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Level 2 Direct Support Professional
360 Behavioral Health
Santa Maria, CA
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Receptionist
Jerryl Brachman
Santa Maria, CA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
Education
Early Childhood Education
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CASkills
Emotional support
Data collecting and imputing
Working best under pressure
Accomplishments
Within my first year at San Luis coastal I was able to get a position at a leadership school
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
San Luis Coastal Unified School District
08.2022 - 04.2025
Level 2 Direct Support Professional
360 Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 08.2022
Receptionist
Jerryl Brachman
09.2021 - 12.2021
Daycare Assistant
Godínez Family Daycare
05.2016 - 12.2024
Early Childhood Education
Cuesta College