SanJuanita Vera
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Paraprofessional offers 14 years in Special Education Self Contained, and Least restrictive classrooms. Motivated to help children develop, learn and flourish. Strong background in child psychology and development combined with expertise in classroom and crisis management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional TA 3
FWISD
Fort Worth, TX
10.2007 - Current
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
- Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
Nanny
Kristen Stripling
Fort Worth , TX
01.2003 - 10.2006
- Nanny for a family of 2 children
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
- Traveled with families to care for children and allow parents private time.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Read and discussed stories with children to boost literacy and reading comprehension skills.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Studied and took notes from parents about food allergies to understand ingredients and requirements to keep children safe.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Assisted children in dressing appropriately for day's activities.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
Education
Paraprofessional Certificate - Classroom Teaching Assistant
Paraprofessional Workshop
FWISD07.2006
High School Diploma -
North Side High School
Fort Worth, TX05.2001
Skills
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Individual Student Assistance
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Computer and Microsoft Office Skills
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Reading and Writing Support
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Organization and Prioritization
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Effective Communication
- Individualized Educational Plans
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Creating Safe Learning Environment
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Classroom Technology
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Curriculum-Based Lessons
- Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
- Organizing and Distributing Materials
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Games and Manipulatives
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- First Aid
- Study Skills Development
- Special Education
- Classroom Support
- Instructing Small Groups
- Classroom Computer Maintenance
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Positive Learning Environment
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Instructional Strategies
- Early Childhood Training
- Educational Assistance
Accomplishments
- Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.
- Supported 6 classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of 8 students.
- Awarded Staff members of the 6 weeks.
- Nominated for Paraprofessional of the year. 2019
- FWISD recognition April 2022
- Paraprofessional of the year Boulevard Heights 2022
- CPI Certified
- HWC Certified
- Ukeru Certified
- Safe Schools Certification
- CPR Certified
Certification
Crisis Prevention
Safe Schools
Ukeru
Handle With Care
Educational Aide Certificate
Timeline
Paraprofessional TA 3
FWISD
10.2007 - Current
Nanny
Kristen Stripling
01.2003 - 10.2006
Paraprofessional Certificate - Classroom Teaching Assistant
Paraprofessional Workshop
High School Diploma -
North Side High School
Crisis Prevention
Safe Schools
Ukeru
Handle With Care
Educational Aide Certificate
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