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Sandy Salinas

Merced,CA

Summary

Passionate Education Paraprofessional devises successful student strategies and manages classroom activities. Offers advanced qualifications combined with understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities. Driven Teaching Assistant with firm command of curriculum development, daily lesson planning and student tutoring. Leads individual and group instruction to supplement teacher lessons and build instructional abilities. Communicative and empathetic with commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Support Assistant/Driver Special Ed

Merced Office Of Education
Merced, CA
11.2023 - Current
  • Prepared various documents related to educational programs including budgets, grants and contracts.
  • Developed educational materials for use in classrooms, such as handouts and worksheets.
  • Managed student records, organized documents and maintained databases related to educational activities.
  • Organized and supervised students during field trips or special events.
  • Tutored individual students or small groups in academic subjects upon request from teachers or administrators.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms and other school settings; intervened when necessary to ensure a safe learning environment was maintained.
  • Delivered instruction using a variety of techniques such as lectures, discussions, demonstrations, multimedia presentations and hands-on activities.
  • Assisted faculty in the development of course syllabi and lesson plans.

Merchandising Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
Merced, CA
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to maximize product sales.
  • Conducted market research and analyzed customer preferences to optimize product placement.
  • Created visual displays for store shelves, counters, and windows to attract customers.
  • Planned promotional events and coordinated with marketing team on advertising campaigns.

Daycare Teacher

Sharon's Daycare
Merced, CA
03.2000 - 09.2009
  • Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and progress.
  • Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
  • Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
  • Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
  • Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH

Bachelor of Science - History Secondary Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Planogram Interpretation
  • Creating Pricing Models
  • Analyzing Sales Reports
  • Product Merchandising
  • Sales Analysis
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Activities Oversight
  • Special Needs
  • IEP Compliance
  • Behavioral Plan Management
  • IEP Goals
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Teacher Assistance
  • Classwork Oversight
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Student Engagement
  • Behavior Management Techniques

Timeline

Instructional Support Assistant/Driver Special Ed

Merced Office Of Education
11.2023 - Current

Merchandising Specialist

Lowes Home Improvment
02.2023 - 11.2023

Daycare Teacher

Sharon's Daycare
03.2000 - 09.2009

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Eastern Gateway Community College

Bachelor of Science - History Secondary Education

Arizona State University

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