MARIA CARBAJAL
Ripon
Summary
Dedicated Behavioral Specialist Aide with extensive experience supporting children with Autism. Expertise in implementing IEP goals and behavior management strategies, alongside assisting teachers with classroom organization and student engagement. Strong communication and collaboration skills enhance relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
MCS
Modesto
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to develop lesson plans and activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student support.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to teachers.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective learning environments.
Paraprofessional
Aspire Public Schools
Modesto
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Provided individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented students' individualized IEPs according to teacher and administrator guidance.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to promote positive behavior and foster a supportive learning environment.
- Supported teachers in maintaining effective classroom management and enhancing student engagement.
Behavioral Specialist Aide
Sylvan Union School District
07.2014 - 09.2023
- Provided individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Worked with children in small groups
- Supervising children during recess and lunch
Paraprofessional
Manteca Unified School District
Manteca
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Worked with children with special needs
- Assisted with curriculum: IEP goals
- Supervised children at recess and lunch
- Assisted children with personal needs
- Worked alongside Behavioral Specialist implementing new behavioral strategies
Paraprofessional
Stanislaus Union School District
03.2001 - 01.2013
- Provided individualized instruction to students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with Behavioral Specialist to create tailored strategies enhancing student support and engagement.
- Supported teachers in classroom management and provided targeted student support to foster a positive learning environment.
Education
Modesto Junior College
06-2026
GED -
12-1996
Skills
- Classroom management
- Behavioral support
- Student engagement
- Curriculum assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Detail-oriented multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Certification
- Certificate of Proficiency, Modesto City Schools, Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Assessment
- Certificate of Completion, The Stanislaus County Office of Education, Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Aspire Public Schools
01.2026 - 06.2026
Paraprofessional
MCS
09.2023 - Current
Behavioral Specialist Aide
Sylvan Union School District
07.2014 - 09.2023
Paraprofessional
Manteca Unified School District
01.2013 - 10.2014
Paraprofessional
Stanislaus Union School District
03.2001 - 01.2013
Modesto Junior College