Overview
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Work History
Education
Skills
Job Title
Certification
Languages Known
Timeline

Richa Parihar

Crystal Springs Elementary School
Bothell,WA
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
2
Languages

Dedicated and compassionate education professional with hands-on experience supporting preschool, kindergarten, and elementary-age students in classroom and school settings. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom activities, supervising students, supporting transitions and field trips, encouraging positive behavior, and creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. Strong communicator and collaborative team member with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Brings a strong academic background in science and a patient, structured approach to supporting student learning and development.

Work History

Hindi Language Teacher – Spoken

2 Years
Gurukul | 09.2024 - Current
  • Provide spoken Hindi instruction, lessons in a supportive and engaging learning environment to various level students
  • Assist students in developing conversational language skills through interactive activities.
  • Adapt communication and activities to accommodate different student learning needs.
  • Encourage student participation, confidence, and respectful communication.
  • Maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment.

Field Trip Chaperone

3 Years
Crystal Springs Elementary School | 09.2023 - Current
  • Supervise and support students during school field trips and off-campus activities.
  • Help ensure student safety and adherence to school and field-trip expectations.
  • Assist teachers with student organization, transitions, and group activities.
  • Encourage positive behavior, respectful interactions, and cooperation among students.
  • Provide attentive supervision and support to students throughout field-trip activities.
  • Communicate effectively with teachers and school staff to help ensure a safe and positive student experience.

Assistant Teacher Volunteer

2 Years 4 Months
Crystal Springs Cooperative Preschool | 01.2024 - 05.2026
  • Supported classroom teachers with daily routines, learning activities, and student supervision.
  • Assisted children with classroom activities while encouraging participation, cooperation, and positive social interactions.
  • Provided individual attention and assistance to students as needed.
  • Helped maintain a safe, organized, welcoming, and supportive classroom environment.
  • Worked collaboratively with teachers and volunteers to support students’ learning and developmental needs.
  • Assisted with classroom preparation, activities, and transitions throughout the school day.

Art Docent Volunteer

1 Year 9 Months
Crystal Springs Elementary School | 09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Supported age-appropriate art activities for kindergarten and first-grade students.
  • Assisted students in following instructions and participating in hands-on creative activities.
  • Encouraged creativity, confidence, participation, and positive classroom interactions.
  • Assisted with activity preparation, classroom organization, and cleanup.
  • Worked with classroom staff to support an engaging learning environment.

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) - Biotechnology

University of Wisconsin–Madison | Madison, WI | 05-2015

GPA: 3.5/4.0

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University | Raipur, India | 01-2009

Gold Medalist

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University | Raipur, India | 01-2007

Skills

Classroom & Instructional Support
Student Supervision & Safety
Early Childhood & Elementary Students
Small-Group & Individual Student Support
Positive Behavior Support
Activity Preparation & Assistance
Field Trip & Transition Support
Student Engagement
Communication & Collaboration
Classroom Organization
Hands-On Learning Activities
Multilingual Communication
STEM & Science Education

Job Title

 Substitute Paraeducator | Classroom Support | Elementary School Education

Certification

  • Document and Data Tools: Using Microsoft Office for Creating visual aids and word documents using Word, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Communication's: Sending formal emails to parents, using Zoom or Microsoft Teams for virtual communications to support remote or hybrid learning environments and staff meetings.
  • Data Entry: Logging student attendance, behavior data and reading scores accurately.
  • Google Workspace: Daily student support and lesson tracking by using Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
  • Problem Solving: Handling basic troubleshooting by refreshing pages, clearing cache and browsers.

Languages Known

English
Hindi

Timeline

Hindi Language Teacher – Spoken

Gurukul
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

Assistant Teacher Volunteer

Crystal Springs Cooperative Preschool
01.2024 - 05.2026Read More

Field Trip Chaperone

Crystal Springs Elementary School
09.2023 - CurrentRead More

Art Docent Volunteer

Crystal Springs Elementary School
09.2023 - 06.2025Read More

University of Wisconsin–Madison

Master of Science (M.S.) from Biotechnology
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Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University

Master of Science from Biotechnology
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Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University

Bachelor of Science from Microbiology
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Richa Parihar