Stormie Gutierrez
Texas City,TX
Summary
Adept at fostering student growth, demonstrated through effective collaboration with teachers at (Most Recently) Santa Fe Independent School District to enhance classroom environments and behavior management. Excelled in accommodations and active listening, ensuring safe and productive learning spaces. Achieved notable improvements in student engagement and classroom dynamics, leveraging skills in IEP compliance and autism understanding.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Santa Fe Independent School District
02.2021 - 07.2024
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Overnight Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot Inc
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Maximized space utilization within storage areas through efficient organization of incoming shipments.
- Assisted in inventory management for accurate product tracking and ordering.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions for personal growth and development within the company, staying informed on best practices and new industry trends.
- Streamlined the unloading process by assisting with receiving shipments, verifying documentation, and recording relevant information in the system.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks by adhering to set schedules and prioritizing workload accordingly.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety procedures while handling freight.
- Obtained useful skill and knowledge concerning the use of heavy machinery.
Receptionist
Galveston Party Boats
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Restaurant Bartender
Saltgrass Steakhouse
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Lifeguard Supervisor
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Improved staff performance through regular training sessions and skill assessments.
- Scheduled 25+ lifeguards to provide adequate coverage of pool areas during operating hours.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members, leading to improved morale and enhanced job performance.
- Administered first aid when necessary, demonstrating expertise in emergency response protocols and stabilizing injured swimmers until further assistance arrived.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX07.2025
High School Diploma -
Texas City High School
Texas City, TX05.2018
Skills
- IEP compliance
- Teacher Assistance
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Classroom Organization
- Collaboration with teachers
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Behavioral plan management
- Life Skills Development
- Feeding Assistance
- Social Skills Training
- Heavy Lifting
- Autism understanding
- Student Advocacy
- Active Listening
Timeline
Overnight Freight Team Associate
The Home Depot Inc
05.2023 - 05.2024
Receptionist
Galveston Party Boats
05.2022 - 08.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Santa Fe Independent School District
02.2021 - 07.2024
Restaurant Bartender
Saltgrass Steakhouse
12.2019 - 01.2022
Lifeguard Supervisor
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston
03.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
High School Diploma -
Texas City High School
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