Mariana Alvarez
Santa Maria
Summary
Bilingual Instructional Aide experienced in developing engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs in English and Spanish. Improved academic performance for bilingual students through an understanding of diverse learning styles and cultural sensitivity. Demonstrated strong customer service and time management skills, ensuring positive experiences for all clients.
Overview
2
2
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Santa Maria Bonita District
Santa Maria
01.2025 - Current
- Supported teachers by preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Assisted bilingual students in understanding lesson content and classroom activities.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and staff in both English and Spanish.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers on learning needs.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
- Translated oral and written communications between English and Spanish.
- Supported classroom instruction by providing individual or small group assistance for bilingual learners.
- Organized instructional materials for teachers and created documents for use in the classroom.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to support student progress discussions.
Cashier/Retail Sales Associate
Ross Dress for Less
Santa Maria
11.2015 - Current
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at the checkout counter.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and returns.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area.
- Handled cash and credit transactions accurately.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
After-School Program Leader
YMCA Santa Maria
Santa Maria
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Organized and supervised daily activities for students in the after-school program.
- Led daily activities and programming for diverse groups of children.
- Coordinated with staff to plan educational and recreational lessons.
- Supervised children's safety during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Developed age-appropriate materials to support learning objectives.
- Collaborated with other staff members to create a safe environment for the students' physical and emotional well-being.
- Assisted with homework assignments, projects, and tests.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored student performance throughout the program duration.
- Ensured safety of all participants at all times while participating in after-school program events.
Education
Santa Barbara High School
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Bilingual communication
- Instructional support
- Lesson planning
- Educational assessment
- Classroom management
- Instructional assistance
- Instructional materials preparation
- Small group instruction
- Group support
- Child safety
- Customer engagement
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Santa Maria Bonita District
01.2025 - Current
After-School Program Leader
YMCA Santa Maria
02.2024 - 01.2025
Cashier/Retail Sales Associate
Ross Dress for Less
11.2015 - Current
Santa Barbara High School