Mirian Barboza
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated educational assistant with a strong reputation for providing exceptional support to faculty in meeting classroom needs. Skilled in maintaining clean and organized supplies to ensure a conducive learning environment. Proficient in supporting children with special needs, fostering trust and rapport with students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Assistant
(CBE) Maple Ridge Elementary School
2023.02 - Current
- Meeting and greeting students and parents at school gates in the morning and afternoon
- Mentor and Supervise classes of up to 24 students daily.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
- Supported classroom teachers by monitoring behavior, taking attendance, and completing other administrative tasks as needed.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly, staying current on pedagogical trends and incorporating new strategies into teaching practices.
- Implemented data-driven instruction, analyzing assessment results to inform future lesson planning and instructional practices.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Child Care Assistant
Brightling Child Care
2017.10 - 2021.03
- Created a safe, comfortable, and fun atmosphere for children from 2 to 12 years
- Demonstrated Patience and understanding while managing difficult children
- Communicated openly with children’s parents about daily activities and behaviors
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Boosted children''s cognitive development with age-appropriate educational games and activities.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Monitored children's progress and identified areas of improvement.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Collaborated with other childcare professionals to continuously improve the quality of care provided to children.
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children’s development levels
- Planning, developing, and executing activities to support mental and physical growth in children.
Underwriting Assistant
Aviva Canada Inc.
2015.11 - 2016.12
- Add material to new and existing records, ensuring accuracy, and following privacy standards
- Organize forms, file records, made photocopies and prepare correspondence and reports
- Customize template designs using MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign.
Preschool Teacher
Daycare Praia Grande
2009.11 - 2014.03
- Maintained daily documentation records of children's activities, growth learning, behaviors, meals, naps
- Created and implemented developmentally/age-appropriate curriculum lesson plans
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods and methods of redirection
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others through compassion and empathy and patience
- Incorporated music, art, sensory, and outdoor play into lesson planning.
Education
Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED - Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED
Canadian Red Cross
Winnipeg, MB05.2023
Educational Assistant -
Reeves College
Calgary, AB01.2023
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Reeves College
Calgary, AB01.2023
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention - Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Reeves College
Calgary, AB01.2023
Understanding Children through Circle of Security -
Presented by New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults & Families
Winnipeg, MB01.2018
Classified As A Child Care Assistant - Classified As A Child Care Assistant
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
Winnipeg, MB01.2017
Skills
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Teacher Support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Positive Reinforcement
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Supervising Student Activities
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Educational Assistant
(CBE) Maple Ridge Elementary School
2023.02 - Current
Child Care Assistant
Brightling Child Care
2017.10 - 2021.03
Underwriting Assistant
Aviva Canada Inc.
2015.11 - 2016.12
Preschool Teacher
Daycare Praia Grande
2009.11 - 2014.03
Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED - Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED
Canadian Red Cross
Educational Assistant -
Reeves College
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Reeves College
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention - Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Reeves College
Understanding Children through Circle of Security -
Presented by New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults & Families
Classified As A Child Care Assistant - Classified As A Child Care Assistant
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
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