Zoraida R. Cabrera
Brooklyn
Summary
Bilingual paraprofessional and interpreter dedicated to enhancing student achievement through effective communication and individualized support. Experienced in implementing IEPs, fostering inclusive environments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve engagement and academic performance. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and educational excellence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Certified Special Education Paraprofessional / Interpreter
Department of Education
New York
09.2018 - Current
- Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) through one-on-one and small-group instruction, adapted learning materials, accommodations, and targeted instructional strategies.
- Collaborate with teachers to implement lessons, reinforce learning objectives, and provide individualized academic, behavioral, linguistic, and social-emotional support.
- Assist multilingual learners by providing language support and facilitating effective communication among students, educators, families, and the school community.
- Provided instructional and classroom support to enhance student achievement and engagement in a diverse learning environment.
- Foster an inclusive classroom environment through positive behavior support, classroom organization, progress monitoring, and accurate recordkeeping.
- Encouraged student independence and confidence while supporting instructional and non-instructional classroom activities.
- Assisted students with classroom routines, organization, personal care, mobility, and daily living activities to ensure safe participation during instruction and school events.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, therapists, psychologists, counselors, social workers, and families, to support student success while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
- Assumed additional responsibilities from the supervising teacher or school administration.
Private Home School Instructor/Tutor
Self-Employed
Brooklyn
09.2008 - 06.2018
- Designed and delivered individualized in-home instruction in English, mathematics, and core subjects for Pre-K through 6th-grade students, developing customized syllabi and lesson plans aligned with learning needs and state curriculum standards.
- Created and implemented targeted tutoring programs that enhanced comprehension and engagement, leading to improved academic performance.
- Established clear educational goals and tracked outcomes, adjusting instructional strategies to effectively support student success.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback while communicating academic updates to parents and relevant institutions to ensure alignment with educational goals.
- Developed instructional schedules that accommodated student and family priorities while maintaining focus on learning objectives.
- Maintained accurate student progress records, curriculum documentation, assessments, and academic reports in compliance with state guidelines and homeschooling requirements.
Bilingual Medical Office Assistant
Charles L. Harewood, MD
Brooklyn
02.2004 - 06.2008
- Collected medical histories, updated EHR records, scanned documentation, processed payments, and coordinated lab results to support efficient patient care.
- Provided bilingual front desk support, including patient check-in, appointment scheduling, phone management, and patient inquiries.
- Maintained office operations, managed supplies, and upheld patient record confidentiality, ensuring compliance with privacy standards.
Human Resources Specialist
Metropolitan Life Insurance Co.
New York
05.1999 - 12.2003
- Coordinated talent acquisition and HR operations, enhancing candidate sourcing, interview processes, onboarding, orientations, and exit interviews.
- Ensured accuracy of HR documentation, facilitating timely completion of HR processes.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and enhancement of HR policies and procedures.
Education
Spanish Translation and Interpretation -
Alta Language Services
Atlanta, GA03-2027
Business Administration Coursework -
Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)
New York, NY01-1988
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Special education support
- Behavior management techniques
- Behavior intervention
- Academic language support
- Bilingual communication
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Progress monitoring systems
- Student advocacy
- Cultural competency
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Child Abuse Refresher Workshop, 11/05/25
- Child Abuse Workshop, 07/09/25
- Autism Workshop, 05/30/24
- Dignity For All Students Act (DASA), 10/16/18
- NYS Teachers Certification – ATAS, 05/30/18
Timeline
Bilingual Certified Special Education Paraprofessional / Interpreter
Department of Education
09.2018 - Current
Private Home School Instructor/Tutor
Self-Employed
09.2008 - 06.2018
Bilingual Medical Office Assistant
Charles L. Harewood, MD
02.2004 - 06.2008
Human Resources Specialist
Metropolitan Life Insurance Co.
05.1999 - 12.2003
Spanish Translation and Interpretation -
Alta Language Services
Business Administration Coursework -
Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC)