Cecilia Rubalcava
Winchester
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable professional with extensive experience in caregiving and educational support. Known for strong emotional support and effective communication, ready to enhance student learning and well-being through tailored strategies.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Caregiving and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Aide
EUHSD
Escondido, CA
01.2004 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce lessons, adapting materials for various learning styles.
- Trained new aides on classroom procedures, fostering a supportive educational environment for all staff.
- Developed inclusive classroom resources that catered to different learning abilities and preferences.
- Adapted equipment and technology, boosting student engagement and motivation.
- Kept open and frequent communication with families to provide regular updates on child's academic progress and individualized needs.
- Instructed student activities to implement goals for remediation of deficiencies and drive student success.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Provided assistance with feeding and daily living skills to promote overall well-being.
Caregiver
IHSS Public Authority
Riverside, CA
06.2006 - 03.2026
- Provided compassionate care and support to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation to promote independence.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client needs, preferences, and goals for enhanced quality of life.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
CNA
Palomar Medical Center
Escondido, CA
05.1998 - 06.1999
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and emotional support during recovery processes.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient activities, including bathing, dressing, and mobility assistance.
- Monitored vital signs accurately and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Pasqual High School
Escondido, CA06.1994
No Degree -
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA04.1995
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Reinforcement techniques
- Learning modality knowledge
- Inclusion practices
- Student assistance
- Emotional guidance
Certification
- Certified CPR,First Aid - EUHSD
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
IHSS Public Authority
06.2006 - 03.2026
Instructional Aide
EUHSD
01.2004 - Current
CNA
Palomar Medical Center
05.1998 - 06.1999
No Degree -
Palomar College
High School Diploma -
San Pasqual High School