Dynamic educational professional with experience at Saint John Paul II, skilled in implementing ABA strategies and fostering social-emotional development. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I excel in classroom management and curriculum implementation, ensuring inclusive learning environments that empower students to achieve their academic goals. Committed to building positive relationships and promoting respect.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
Saint John Paul II
Kitchener, Ontario
11.2025 - Current
Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom activities.
Supported students with individual learning needs and behavioral challenges.
Collaborated with staff to create inclusive lesson plans for diverse learners.
Supervised all student activities during recess and lunch for safety.
Maintained a safe, organized classroom environment to enhance learning.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to cater to varying student needs.
Prompting students to complete daily living tasks such as being ready for recess, eating/snack time and toileting.
Supply ECE, EA, and Staff Support
Waterloo Catholic District School Board
06.2024 - Current
To support student inside and outside the classroom under teacher and Special Education Supervisor
Work as team in ERT calls or escalated situation inside classroom or at the school building.
Review Safety plan of students.
Work with students with physical, developmental, communication or speech disabilities.
Provide students with special education sources and help them to complete task.
Support learners in their co-op class inside or outside the school.
Encourage student to socialize with peer and school staff at school.
Translate spoken instructions to student who speak Spanish and are new in Canada.
Follow the BMS protocols when students' behavior escalates.
Build positive relationships at workplace.
Applied ABA Strategies in classroom.
Help learners to be successful at school and achieve their academic goals by prompting them with their work and being living example of the values based on faith that we as Catholic staff support teach them at school.
Confidentiality about students' records.
Promote respect building professional assertive communication with co-workers.
Volunteer
St. Mary's High School
09.2024 - 04.2025
Implemented individualized education plans in cooperation with staff for student success.
Assisted in managing student behavior while promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
Supported students with physical, developmental, communication, or speech disabilities.
Facilitated access to special education resources to help students complete assignments.
Encouraged social interaction among students and school staff to foster inclusion.
Translated spoken instructions for Spanish-speaking students new to Canada.
Suggested instructional materials and resources to support teachers effectively.
Assisted in managing student behavior while promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
Volunteer
John Sweeney Catholic Elementary School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Supporting JK/SK exceptional students inside and outside the classroom
Applied ABA strategies and help students on the Autism Spectrum with self-regulation and de-escalation.
Participate in classroom activities under the teacher supervision.
Care about the importance of rapport with the exceptional students
Help student to complete task inside and outside the classroom.
Build independence on students.
Bistro- Server
Courtyard by Marriott
Kitchener, Canada
07.2023 - 01.2024
To Provide high quality customer service to the guests
Barista (Starbuck's Coffee Machine and products)
To keep clean and neat the bistro area
To open the cashier machine for starting shift operation, do checks, close checks and close the cashier.
Restorage of fridges, cups, and Starbucks' sugar and napkins display
Serving food on the client's table
Food room services for the guests
To serve in events such as breakfast for Hockey teams, weddings, or business meetings
To make list for inventory supplies
To answer phone calls from guests' rooms or the Front Desk area
Homemaker
Self- employed
01.2013 - 01.2021
To provide housekeeping and home management services to my family, which include cleaning, laundry, washing dishes, meals preparation and keep organized the living room, kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms.
Planning family budget
Makes monthly services payments.
Shop for food and household supplies.
Drives family members to school, appointments, or workplace.
Provides care to children inside and outside the home.
Creates a nurturing environment that promoted health, safety, and food nutrition.
Supports children in the development of reading and writing skills, and with homework and tutoring as needed.
Leads children in fun activities.
Venezuela & Kitchener, ON
Sales Associate
El Damero Book store
03.2012 - 06.2012
Welcomed customers to the store and answer their queries.
Directed customers to merchandise within the store.
Stocked shelves and maintained an orderly appearance throughout the sales floor.
Remained knowledgeable on products offered and discuss available options and introducing promotions and opportunities to customers.
Managed inventory by keeping records of available products.
Processed sales transactions and receiving payments.
Before and After School Care Assistant at Saint John Paul II, Catholic AcademyBefore and After School Care Assistant at Saint John Paul II, Catholic Academy
Theology Teacher and Community Service Coordinator at Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory SchoolTheology Teacher and Community Service Coordinator at Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School