Sara Gonzalez
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am a forward-thinking individual with a love of literacy and dedication to young students. Offering more than 7 years of facilitating positive learning environments as a Paraprofessional and 2 years of being a Preschool teacher. I am knowledgeable in lesson planning and individualized learning strategies. I am looking to bring further success to a school district through behavior management and student engagement. I work well with others always collaborate with my colleagues on important matters and enjoy learning from others.
Dedicated to supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Clay Elementary School
2022.08 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised 18 children through entire school day.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
Paraprofessional
John L Marsh Elementary
2016.10 - 2022.08
- 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.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Facilitated administration and scoring of standardized tests and assessments to draw meaningful data regarding learning and growth.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
Medical Assistant
Rudyard Smith MD.
2012.01 - 2016.10
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
Davenport, IABachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2022
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Organization
- Student Records Management
- Lesson Planning
- Social Skills Development
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Time Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multicultural Awareness
- Adaptability
- Technology Integration
- Curriculum Planning
- Active Listening
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Child Safety Procedures
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Interpersonal Skills
- Behavior Management
- Individualized Instruction
- Stress Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Observational Skills
- Problem Solving
- Special Needs Support
- Age-Appropriate Assessment
- Play-Based Learning
- Role Playing and Interaction Methods
- Educational Materials Development
- Early Childhood Development
- Technical and Computer Proficiency
- Clear and Direct Communication
- District Standards
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Performance Assessment
- Documentation and Reporting
- Fine Motor Skill Development
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Creative Thinking
Certification
De-Escalation and Physical Restraint 11/27/2023-11/28/2023
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Clay Elementary School
2022.08 - Current
Paraprofessional
John L Marsh Elementary
2016.10 - 2022.08
Medical Assistant
Rudyard Smith MD.
2012.01 - 2016.10
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
De-Escalation and Physical Restraint 11/27/2023-11/28/2023
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