Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Timeline

Ruth Uriostegui

Yakima School District 7
Yakima
2
Languages
15
years of professional experience

Dedicated para-educator with strengths in small group teaching, classroom management, and student engagement. Proven ability to improve behavior and foster positive interactions among students, ready to contribute to a nurturing learning environment.

Work History

Para-educator

3 Years
Yakima School District 7 | 08.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated classroom instruction by collaborating with educators on lesson plans and providing tailored support to students.
  • Spearheaded adoption of behavioral strategies to foster constructive and positive student interactions.

Cook

12 Years
Yakima School District 7 | 08.2011 - 08.2023
  • Developed new recipes that enhanced menu offerings and met student preferences.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline meal service processes during peak hours.
  • Trained new staff in food preparation techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen operations.
  • Evaluated kitchen workflows regularly, identifying opportunities for improved efficiency and productivity.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.

Education

GED

Yakima Valley Community College | Yakima, WA | 05-2011

Skills

Small group instruction
Instructional assistance
Individual instruction
Behavior management
Classroom management
IEP compliance
Curriculum adaptation
Sensory strategies
Classroom organization
Student engagement
Instructional support
Data analysis
Health compliance
Social skills training

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Para-educator

Yakima School District 7
08.2023 - CurrentRead More

Cook

Yakima School District 7
08.2011 - 08.2023Read More

Yakima Valley Community College

GED
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Ruth Uriostegui