Zina Valenzuela
Victorville,CA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Stone Ridge Academy, Riverside
08.2025 - Current
- Supported classroom instruction by implementing individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and execute engaging educational activities promoting student participation.
- Assisted in managing classroom behavior, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one support to students, enhancing understanding of curriculum content and improving academic performance.
- Tracked student progress through regular assessments and communicated findings to educators for strategic planning.
- Mentored new paraprofessionals, sharing best practices for supporting students and improving team dynamics.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Paraprofessional
Stone Ridge Academy
02.2020 - 06.2025
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Help implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
Paraprofessional
Florence Unified School District
07.2007 - 05.2019
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
- Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Education
Paraprofessional - undefined
Stone Ridge Academy
Upland, CA06.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
La Puente High School
La Puente, CA06.1989
Skills
Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Helping students with special needs
IEP Compliance
Differentiated Instruction
Teacher Support
Storytelling
Student Records Management
Arts and Crafts
Clerical Support
Documentation
Small Group Instruction
Classroom Support
Small Group and Individual Assistance
Classroom Management
Teacher Support and Collaboration
Personal Information
Title: Paraprofessional
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Stone Ridge Academy, Riverside
08.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Stone Ridge Academy
02.2020 - 06.2025
Paraprofessional
Florence Unified School District
07.2007 - 05.2019
Paraprofessional - undefined
Stone Ridge Academy
High School Diploma - undefined
La Puente High School