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Maria Anna Fernandez

San Diego IHSS Public Authority
Ramona
8
years of professional experience

Qualified Customer Service Representative with background in special education. Expertise in developing individualized education plans and creating inclusive classroom environments. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs.

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

1 Year
Ramona High School | 08.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement instructional strategies tailored to diverse learning needs.
  • Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators for effective adjustments in curriculum delivery.
  • Facilitated small group activities, enhancing engagement and comprehension through targeted support.
  • Supported individualized education plans by assisting students in academic tasks and social interactions.

In-Home Supportive Services Provider

8 Years 5 Months
San Diego IHSS Public Authority | 03.2018 - Current
  • Provided personalized care and support to client.
  • Supported clients'' emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication, creating a positive environment.
  • Helped client maintain personal hygiene by assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming tasks.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when facing challenging situations involving client behavior management strategies.
  • Assisted in meal planning and preparation according to dietary requirements, ensuring proper nutrition for client.
  • Managed medication administration for client, maintaining accuracy and adherence to prescribed schedules.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties for client.
  • Assisted client with dressing, grooming and feeding needs.
  • Assisted client with transportation needs, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
  • Coordinated communication between client and healthcare professionals for optimal care outcomes.
  • Cooked meals and assisted client with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Guided client to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

Paraeducator, Special Education

1 Year 10 Months
Barnett Elementary School | 08.2023 - 06.2025

Supported students with special needs in specialized academic instruction classroom, enhancing instructional and behavioral interventions.

  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to adapt curriculum materials and modify instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse student learners.
  • Provided direct support to students with special needs in a specialized academic instruction classroom setting, assisting with instructional and behavioral interventions.
  • Collected data and monitored progress for Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals, ensuring alignment with student needs.
  • Facilitated inclusive activities for students, promoting socialization and enhancing sense of belonging.

Education

Medical Billing And Coding - Medical Informatics

DeVry Institute of Technology | San Diego, CA | 08-2023

Paraeducator Classroom Practice - Special Education Paraeducator Training

San Diego County Office of Education | San Diego, CA | 04-2026

RCFE Initial Certification Training Program - Residential Care Facility For The Elderly Training

Community Care Options | Chico, CA | 06-2025

Business Information Systems - Business Administration

Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology | Toronto, Ontario, Canada | 06-1996

Skills

Data collection
Data management
Classroom management
Problem resolution
Critical thinking
Customer service
Active listening
Conflict resolution
Relationship building
Computer proficiency
Telephone etiquette

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Ramona High School
08.2025 - CurrentRead More

Paraeducator, Special Education

Barnett Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2025Read More

In-Home Supportive Services Provider

San Diego IHSS Public Authority
03.2018 - CurrentRead More

San Diego County Office of Education

Paraeducator Classroom Practice from Special Education Paraeducator Training
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DeVry Institute of Technology

Medical Billing And Coding from Medical Informatics
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Community Care Options

RCFE Initial Certification Training Program from Residential Care Facility For The Elderly Training
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Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology

Business Information Systems from Business Administration
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Maria Anna Fernandez