Maricela Garcia
State of California Health and Human Services Agency
Long Beach
1
Language
35
years of professional experience
Dedicated individual provider with exceptional communication skills, committed to ensuring client comfort and safety. Strong attention to detail and professionalism enhance the quality of care delivered.
Work History
Individual Provider (IHSS)
2 Months- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Adapted quickly to changing client requirements and health conditions.
- Provided comfort during difficult times by actively listening to patients'' concerns while displaying empathy and compassion throughout their treatment journeys.
- Assisted patients in performing daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility exercises to promote independence.
Receptionist Administrator
1 Year 6 Months- Managed incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in preparing materials for community outreach programs and events.
- Provided administrative support by processing correspondence and managing office supplies.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area with updated reading materials for visitors while monitoring security by verifying visitor credentials and issuing visitor badges.
Elementary School Teacher Volunteeer
7 Years 9 Months- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
Special Education Teacher
2 Years 10 Months- Developed individualized education plans aligning with student needs and educational standards.
- Implemented adaptive learning strategies to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate support services for students with disabilities.
- Conducted workshops for parents to foster understanding of special education processes and resources.
Preeschool Teacher
13 Years 10 Months- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive learning environments to enhance children's social and emotional development.
- Coordinated activities that promote physical, cognitive, and creative growth in preschoolers.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning objectives and address individual needs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, introducing improvements based on feedback and observations.
Education
No Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
Bachelor of Science - Kindergarten And Preschool Education
Skills
Exceptional communication
Professionalism and ethics
Fast learner
Attention to detail
Supportive personality
Safety compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Individual Provider (IHSS)
State of California Health and Human Services Agency
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Receptionist Administrator
Lon Beach Rescue Mission
12.2023 - 06.2025Read More
Elementary School Teacher Volunteeer
Burbank Elementary School
09.2013 - 06.2021Read More
Special Education Teacher
Secretaria De Educacion Publica (SEP)
09.2002 - 07.2005Read More
Preeschool Teacher
Secretaria De Educacion Publica (SEP)
09.1991 - 07.2005Read More
Long Beach City College
No Degree from English-as-a-Second-Language Education
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Facultad De Ciencias De La Educacion
Bachelor of Science from Special Education
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Universidad Pedagogica Nacional
Bachelor of Science from Kindergarten And Preschool Education
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