Xochitl Monroy
Torrance,CA
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Instructional Aide skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as a teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Aide
Cross Country Education
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Organized materials and resources for special education classes.
- Monitored student progress, recorded data, and provided feedback to teachers.
- Assisted in the development of educational plans for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and needs.
- Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents, and outside agencies when necessary.
- Attended meetings related to Individual Education Programs or other special education services.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in the classroom setting.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing assigned tasks and activities.
- I also help translate for IEP meetings
- Provided individualized instruction to students based on their IEPs.
- Supported teachers by providing instructional support, classroom management, and behavior modification strategies.
- Implemented procedures for behavioral interventions according to IEPs or other individualized plans.
- Observed students' performance in order to provide feedback to teachers about modifications needed for their instruction methods.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to special education topics.
- Worked collaboratively with general education teachers in order to ensure successful inclusion of students into mainstream classrooms.
- Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.
- Provided special attention to individuals needing extra academic or behavioral guidance during classes.
- Assisted teachers in printing class handouts and worksheets and distributing to students during classroom sessions.
- Participated in supervision of students during lunch, physical education and after-school extracurricular activities to maintain peaceful and productive environment.
- Provided support to special needs department and students.
- Managed student activities and helped facilitate structured and organized classroom environment.
- Implemented methods to address behavior obstacles.
- Worked with both groups and individuals to provide instruction in mathematics, reading, science and history.
- Documented student challenges, achievements and adjustments to IEPs.
- Supported students with assignments and lesson plan comprehension.
Youth Care Counselor
Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services
Carson, CA
11.2021 - 01.2022
- I take care of at-risk youth in Carson STRTP
- I answer phones and communicate with both clients and staff
- Communication is key in this job
- I also log every 10 minutes on the residents whereabouts as well as any changes in behavior, updates, and appointments.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Behavioral Health Works, Inc.
Torrance, CA
04.2021 - 11.2021
- I work with kids with Autism, and I have passed all necessary exams and training
- I have my certification as a Registered Behavior Technician and specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis
- I even have certification in first aid training and CPR.
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
McDonald's
Torrance, CA
06.2017 - 02.2021
- I have dedicated my time to working long hours to pay my part in the house
- I have helped many customers to make sure they have the best experience and handled problems with maturity and patience
- I have worked three long years at McDonald's to show my loyalty to a place once I set my mind to it.
Babysitting
COMMISSION
Torrance, CA
01.2017 - 03.2020
- I often babysat kids for about four hours at a time
- I was available mostly on weekends for parents who needed a date night
- I even babysat my own niece and nephew.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTBachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University-Dominguez Hills
Carson, CASkills
- Behavioral Health
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Bilingual
- Case Management
- Behavioral Therapy
- Autism Experience
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Experience with Children
- Customer service (6 years)
- Individual / Group Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Child & Family Counseling
- Program Development
- Mental Health Counseling
- Medication Administration
- Spanish
- Front desk
- English
- Childcare
- Behavior Management
- Data collection
- Crisis management
- Behavior Redirection
- Student Needs Assessment
- Self-Care Skills
- Student Needs Evaluation
- Classroom Organization
- Faculty Collaboration
- Student Records
- Lesson Plan Support
- Teacher Support
- Learning Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Progress Documentation
- Behavior Intervention
- Learning Method Expertise
- Behavioral Plan Management
- Special Needs
- Progress Monitoring
- Teacher Assistance
- Classwork Oversight
- IEP Compliance
- IEP Goals
- Experienced With Windows and Mac
- Proficient With Technology (Phones, Tablets, and Laptops)
- Heavy Lifting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Student Supervision
- Student Records Management
- Faculty collaboration
- Learning techniques
- Behavior redirection
- Classroom organization
- Student records management
- Daily lesson assistance
- Individual education plan expertise
- Teaching and instruction
- Instructional support
- Parental interaction
Affiliations
- Reading
- Singing
- Artist
- Taking care of my dogs
- Helping out family
Certification
- Driver's License, 07/01/18, Present
- CPR & First Aid, 04/01/21, 04/01/23
- Registered Behavioral Technician, 05/01/21, 05/01/22
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 01/01/22, 01/01/24
- Crisis Prevention Intervention, 01/01/22, 01/01/24
Accomplishments
- High Honor Roll
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Timeline
Special Education Aide
Cross Country Education
01.2022 - Current
Youth Care Counselor
Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services
11.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Behavioral Health Works, Inc.
04.2021 - 11.2021
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
McDonald's
06.2017 - 02.2021
Babysitting
COMMISSION
01.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Arts - Special Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University-Dominguez Hills
- Driver's License, 07/01/18, Present
- CPR & First Aid, 04/01/21, 04/01/23
- Registered Behavioral Technician, 05/01/21, 05/01/22
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 01/01/22, 01/01/24
- Crisis Prevention Intervention, 01/01/22, 01/01/24
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