Shamira Reyes
SpEd Teacher Assistant
Houston,TX
Summary
Strong communicator with excellent organizational skills. Efficiently manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think and act quickly to find creative solutions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
SPED Teacher Assistant
Harmony Public Schools
Houston, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Working with neurodiverse student one on one daily.
- Conduct regular assessments of student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
- Provide emotional support to other students and families when necessary.
- Foster inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and respected regardless of their abilities or differences.
- Promote memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Implement behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Harmony Public Schools
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Baker Ripley Charter Schools
Houston, TX
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of all students.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Pre- K Teacher Assistant
Laura Spelman Preschool Academy
Trenton, NJ
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
SpEd Teacher Assistant
Maple Shade School District - Yocum Elementary
Maple Shade, NJ
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Maintained accurate records of student progress.
- Supported SpEd teachers K-2 with their daily classroom routines, activities and tasks.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Improved student reading comprehension and fluency through targeted interventions and small group instruction.
Customer Experience Representative
Waste Management
Ewing, NJ
09.2013 - 07.2014
- Received, processed, and resolved calls from customers.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Documented customer interactions in internal database to maintain customer service history details.
- Collaborated with a team of customer service representatives to meet overall call center objectives and enhance the customer service function to exceed the customers' expectations.
Customer Service Representative
JK Group Inc
Plainsboro, NJ
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Provided excellent customer service on a daily basis by answering client inquires and resolving customer's concerns.
- Marinated knowledge of client procedures and guidelines for their various programs i.e. matching gifts, volunteer, grants
- Completed call logs for all activities and incoming phone calls
- Performed other duties as assigned by Management
Client Service Coordinator
JK Group Inc.
Plainsboro, NJ
09.2006 - 08.2010
- Maintained multiple client accounts.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of documentation to clients
- Maintained routine administration of account deadlines
- High level of interaction with clients on a daily basis.
Senior Bank Teller
Yardville National Bank
Ewing, NJ
09.2001 - 08.2006
- Introduced customers to other bank team members to help meet financial needs.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating various banking systems, ensuring seamless transaction processing for customers.
- Contributed to the achievement of branch goals by actively participating in cross-selling initiatives and referral programs.
- Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
- Assisted branch management with audits and compliance requirements, maintaining an exemplary record of accuracy.
- Recognized and prevented fraudulent activities and suspicious transactions.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
- Replenished ATM funds in empty canisters prior to validation process.
- Referred customers to other banking departments for specialized services.
- Performed end-of-day reconciliation tasks accurately, contributing to smooth daily closeout procedures within the branch.
Education
Education
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJNo Degree - Cosmetology
Empire Beauty School
Bordentown, NJ02.2008
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School West
Hamilton Township, NJ06.2002
Skills
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Data Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom Management
- Data Entry
Timeline
SPED Teacher Assistant
Harmony Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Harmony Public Schools
08.2023 - 11.2023
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Baker Ripley Charter Schools
11.2022 - 07.2023
Pre- K Teacher Assistant
Laura Spelman Preschool Academy
09.2021 - 06.2022
SpEd Teacher Assistant
Maple Shade School District - Yocum Elementary
09.2016 - 06.2018
Customer Experience Representative
Waste Management
09.2013 - 07.2014
Customer Service Representative
JK Group Inc
08.2010 - 08.2013
Client Service Coordinator
JK Group Inc.
09.2006 - 08.2010
Senior Bank Teller
Yardville National Bank
09.2001 - 08.2006
Education
Mercer County Community College
No Degree - Cosmetology
Empire Beauty School
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School West