Valerie Anaya
Aztec
Summary
Dedicated Educational Assistant with expertise in individualized instruction, behavior management, and positive reinforcement. Proven ability to foster a nurturing learning environment that supports diverse student needs and enhances academic success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant
Bloomfield High Schoo;
08.2015 - 01.2026
- Supported classroom instruction by assisting with lesson plans and educational materials.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt learning strategies for diverse student needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators for continuous improvement.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to foster a positive learning environment.
- Coordinated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff regarding student performance.
- Assisted in the development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources to ensure accessibility for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated small group instruction targeted toward specific skill gaps or areas needing improvement based on identified student needs.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
- Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.
- Assisted in extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams, providing additional support for students outside of the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting cross-curricular connections and deeper understanding of content.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, address concerns, and develop strategies for academic success.
- Served as a mentor for new educational assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance throughout their first years in the role.
- Increased parent involvement by maintaining open lines of communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
Education
GED -
San Juan College
Farmington, NMSkills
- Learning disabilities support
- Teacher support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism spectrum support
- Homework assistance
- Behavioral support
- Peer mentoring
- Special education
- Parent-teacher communication
- Inclusive teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Motivational techniques
- Progress reporting
- Emotional support
- Behavior management
- CPR and first aid
- Helping students with special needs
- Supervising student activities
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Special education support
- Student supervision
- Educational support
- Classroom organization
- Small group and individual assistance
- Educational assistance
- Individual student assistance
- Teacher assistance
- Documentation
- Data collection
- Life skills training
- Disability awareness
- Behavior modification
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized educational plans
Accomplishments
- Supported several classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for a group of many students.
Certification
- ParaPro License - Testing date August 1st,2025 Good up to 10years.
- CPR Security # 201631
- State of New Mexico Licensure. Licensure # 369670
- Certificate of Completion: Cooperative Educational Services
- Certified E.A., Bloomfield High School - Since of August, 2015
Timeline
Educational Assistant
Bloomfield High Schoo;
08.2015 - 01.2026
GED -
San Juan College