SONIA RAMIREZ
El Paso
Summary
Talented early education professional with diverse experience in planning and implementing various activities for promoting physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth of children. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Esc Region 19
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Adhered to classroom protocols to keep areas clean, neat, and organized.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of children.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Assistant Teacher
Colton Unified School District
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teacher
Friendship Children Center
04.2012 - 08.2013
- Maintained a child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities
- Completed all required documentation for the National Head Start program
- Helped children reach milestones in the area of self-care
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors, and therapists
- Worked closely with the site director, family care workers, classroom teaching team, and other specialists
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
Teacher
First Lutheran Church and School
02.2009 - 04.2012
- Promoted good behaviors by using the positive reinforcement method
- Established a safe play environment for the children
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others.
Volunteer
First Lutheran Church and SSchool
09.2008 - 02.2009
Cashier
CVS/ Phaemacy
07.2006 - 08.2008
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Education
Certificate - Healthcare Administrative Specialist
Martinsburg College
Martinsburg, WV05.2021
Associate of Science - Child Development
Los Angeles Harbor College
Wilmington, CA06.2010
Skills
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Calm and patient
- Arts and crafts aptitude
- Honest
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Good communication
- Proficient in childcare management
- Good sense of humor
- Organization
- Activity planning
- Documentation
- Bilingual (English, Spanish)
- Instructional support
- Positive Attitude
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Computer Skills
- Relationship Building
- Mentoring students
- Supervising Student Activities
- Classroom support
- Student safety
- Good Interaction with teachers, students and parents
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Esc Region 19
09.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Teacher
Colton Unified School District
08.2014 - 05.2018
Teacher
Friendship Children Center
04.2012 - 08.2013
Teacher
First Lutheran Church and School
02.2009 - 04.2012
Volunteer
First Lutheran Church and SSchool
09.2008 - 02.2009
Cashier
CVS/ Phaemacy
07.2006 - 08.2008
Certificate - Healthcare Administrative Specialist
Martinsburg College
Associate of Science - Child Development
Los Angeles Harbor College
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