Sally Kunisaki
Hayward,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Paraeducator polished in curriculum development, behavior management and recordkeeping. Adaptable and accommodating professional with 21 years of hands-on experience assisting instructional support service and classroom teachers. Consistently providing children with necessary learning tools to advance and build knowledge for success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
San Lorenzo Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
- Assist teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assist teachers and work individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Encourage students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings
Paraeducator
Castro Valley Unified School District
09.2003 - 06.2021
- Provided individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills taught by teacher.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement
Core Coordinator
Davidson Middle School - AmeriCorps
06.2001 - 06.2002
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Identified methods and tools to promote student success in project-based learning.
- Spearheaded outreach activities within San Rafael community to expand educational opportunities and promote Art and Performance Art programs and services.
Lead Teacher
Hillside Elementary School
06.2000 - 06.2001
- Organized and supervised games and recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Education
Course Work Started - Ethnic And Sociology Studies
San Francisco State University
San FranciscoCourse Work Started - Early Childhood Education
Chabot Community College
Hayward Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Smartboard
- Literacy support
- Emotional Support
- Activity Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Group Dynamics
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Crisis Intervention and Prevention Certification
Timeline
Paraeducator
San Lorenzo Unified School District
07.2023 - Current
Paraeducator
Castro Valley Unified School District
09.2003 - 06.2021
Core Coordinator
Davidson Middle School - AmeriCorps
06.2001 - 06.2002
Lead Teacher
Hillside Elementary School
06.2000 - 06.2001
Course Work Started - Ethnic And Sociology Studies
San Francisco State University
Course Work Started - Early Childhood Education
Chabot Community College
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