Suzanne Alvarez
Summary
Reliable professional with a strong background in special education and caregiving, notably at Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District. Skilled in relationship building and behavior management. I foster student engagement and promote self-advocacy, ensuring positive learning outcomes. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that enhance growth mindset and well-being.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CDC Assistant
Robertson County Schools
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted teacher with daily routines while contributing to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Developed strong relationships with students, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Visionary Independence Program
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided Independent and Supported Living Skills by assisting clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness through personalized care and attention.
- Assisted clients in achieving their daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
- Fostering independence while engaging clients in community activities.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District
08.2012 - 07.2025
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students' varying needs.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and progress towards IEP goals.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Camp Counselor
Exceptional Needs Network
07.2010 - 07.2022
- Paired with a camper of developmental disabilities aged 6-22 years to provide overnight care and respite for families.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
- Engaged campers in activities such as Arts and Crafts, Swimming, Cooperative Games, Sensory Activities, and more.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH08-2028
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Las Positas College
Livermore, CA05-2020
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Data entry
- Support services
- File and record keeping
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Growth mindset
- Student-centered learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Social-emotional learning
- Reporting and documentation
Timeline
CDC Assistant
Robertson County Schools
08.2025 - Current
Caregiver, Special Needs
Visionary Independence Program
08.2022 - 07.2025
Paraeducator, Special Education
Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District
08.2012 - 07.2025
Camp Counselor
Exceptional Needs Network
07.2010 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Central State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Las Positas College
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