Xiomara De La Cruz
Virginia,VA
Summary
Skilled instructional professional with experience in educational support and classroom management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at adapting to changing needs, ensuring smooth operations and effective learning experiences. Proficient in lesson planning, student assessment, and technology integration. Known for reliability and fostering positive learning environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
CCPS
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
Instructional Assistant Special Education
CCPS
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Include but not limited to assist lead teacher in classroom duties. Performing routine instructional assignments. Assist students with academic subjects (1:1, small groups, or whole class).
Child and Youth Lead (Preschool)
Army
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options (DoD) for children and youth with special requirements.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Army
09.2019 - 05.2021
- The primary purpose of this position is to interact with children using approved child guidance and implement assign activities by DoD Child and Youth Programs.
Child and Youth Program Technician GS- E5
USMC
08.2018 - 08.2019
- The primary function of this position is to provide appropriate specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth in a DoD Children and Youth Program. Partnered with a Behavior Specialist and Training & Curriculum Specialist to observe techniques and strategies when implementing Conscious Discipline.
Program Assistant
MCCS
05.2017 - 08.2018
- The primary purpose is to provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children.
Teacher Assistant
Los Alamos Elementary School
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Responsible for implementing appropriate curriculum and assist children with multiple disabilities.
- Assist with IEP meetings, lesson planning and behavior charts if needed.
Intern 1
MSJC Menifee Campus
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Responsible for general child care, observations, and planning curriculum.
- Responsible for keeping Portfolios up to date.
Lead Teacher
ABC Child Care
02.2011 - 08.2014
- Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum that addressed all learning styles. Collaborated with colleagues on developing classroom projects and monthly themes; promoted positive behaviors by using he positive reinforcement method. Responsible of maintained daily records of children’s individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps. Responsible of First Five California Classroom and the Desire Results Developmental Profile Assessment Tools (DRDP) for three years.
FCC Provider
Stewart Military Base
01.2008 - 07.2009
- Responsible for Hearing Impaired Brothers. Responsibilities support children’s emotional and social development, as well as instruct them in health and personal habits.
- Responsible for behavior plan
- Assists with IEP and ABA therapy
Provider
Private Home Tolossa Family
11.2003 - 07.2004
- Responsible for Physical Therapy, stretching of muscles (legs and arms)
- Provided Brush Therapy twice a week
- Assist with IEP goals
Intern
Pacific Boulevard Special Education Center
02.2002 - 12.2002
- Responsible for assisting teachers with Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals for students.
Education
Child Development, Early Intervention and Inclusion
Mt. San Jacinto College
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Sci in Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2026
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Register Behavior Technician Training Program (RBT) /
- Child Development Associate Teacher/Teacher in
- Child Development Infant and Toddler Emphasis in
- Child Development Children with Special Needs Emphasis in
- Certification in Special Education Trainee / Assistant in
- Bilingual in Spanish
- CPR /AED, Pediatric / Adult First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
CCPS
03.2023 - 01.2024
Instructional Assistant Special Education
CCPS
03.2023 - 01.2024
Child and Youth Lead (Preschool)
Army
05.2021 - 03.2023
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Army
09.2019 - 05.2021
Child and Youth Program Technician GS- E5
USMC
08.2018 - 08.2019
Program Assistant
MCCS
05.2017 - 08.2018
Teacher Assistant
Los Alamos Elementary School
01.2016 - 05.2016
Intern 1
MSJC Menifee Campus
08.2014 - 12.2015
Lead Teacher
ABC Child Care
02.2011 - 08.2014
FCC Provider
Stewart Military Base
01.2008 - 07.2009
Provider
Private Home Tolossa Family
11.2003 - 07.2004
Intern
Pacific Boulevard Special Education Center
02.2002 - 12.2002
Child Development, Early Intervention and Inclusion
Mt. San Jacinto College
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Sci in Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
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