Maria Molina
Galt
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate education professional with 30 years of experience supporting the educational and developmental needs of Preschool, Elementary, High School, and young adult students and their families. Deeply experienced in child development, family communication, IEP support, intake coordination, and bilingual advocacy. Seeking to bring my skills and passion into a new chapter with the Infant Development Program at SCOE.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Paraeducator
Sacramento County Office of Education
02.2018 - Current
- Support students in developing and practicing social behaviors through community-based experiences and structured lessons (e.g., restaurants, grocery stores, and community safety).
- Provide bilingual (Spanish-English) interpretation and support to families during intake, IEPs, and referrals.
- Act as liaison between schools and Spanish-speaking families, introducing SCOE resources and supporting families through changes and uncertainties.
- Maintain accurate documentation and address parent concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Lead virtual and in-person student activities, promoting healthy habits, nutrition, and community engagement.
- Utilize data logs, schedules, and communication platforms to manage records and student needs.
Elementary Paraeducator
Sacramento County Office of Education
09.1999 - 02.2018
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting with medication, feeding, mobility, and communication devices.
- Collaborated closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored interventions for students with developmental delays.
- Provided in-person and remote interpretation for Spanish-speaking families, especially during assessments and IEP meetings.
- Trained in Safe Lifting, CPR, and classroom safety to ensure a secure learning environment.
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Sacramento County Office of Education
01.1997 - 09.1999
- Adapted learning plans to meet early childhood developmental goals and tracked student progress.
- Monitored behavior patterns and coordinated targeted interventions in collaboration with specialists.
- Designed engaging and age-appropriate activities to foster social-emotional and cognitive growth.
Teacher Assistant
National Human Development Foundation
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Created a welcoming, inclusive preschool environment and supported classroom management.
- Assisted in activity prep, documentation, and maintenance of a clean, safe space for learning.
- Collaborated with lead teachers and families to ensure progress tracking and developmental support.
Skills
- Intake Coordination & Family Support
- Early Childhood Development & Behavior Monitoring
- Bilingual Communication (Spanish-English)
- Empathetic Family Engagement & Cultural Sensitivity
- IEP & Assessment Participation
- Data Entry & Document Management
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Database Management
- CPR
- Safe Lifting
- Classroom Safety Certified
- Special education support
- Social integration
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Behavior improvements
- Classroom organization
- Emotional support
- Health and safety
Additional Qualifications
- Experienced in providing educational and community resources to families with children who have special needs.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills across diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality and compassion in sensitive situations.
- County Interpreter for Greater Sacramento 25 years
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
High School Paraeducator
Sacramento County Office of Education
02.2018 - Current
Elementary Paraeducator
Sacramento County Office of Education
09.1999 - 02.2018
Preschool Instructional Assistant
Sacramento County Office of Education
01.1997 - 09.1999
Teacher Assistant
National Human Development Foundation
01.1995 - 01.1997
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