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Sofia Nuno

Pacoima

Summary

Experienced Special Education Paraprofessional with strong skills in classroom management, behavior management, and effective communication. Dedicated to creating inclusive environments that foster student success and emotional well-being.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Paraprofessional

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
North Hollywood
09.1998 - Current
  • Supported students with disabilities in daily activities and learning tasks.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
  • Tracked and documented student progress and behavior to inform instructional strategies and support student development.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
  • Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
  • Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents.
  • Supported teachers in lesson preparation and maintained effective classroom management to enhance student engagement.
  • Oversaw daily operations of special education classroom, ensuring continuity of learning and support in absence of lead teacher.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
12-2026

Skills

  • Special education support
  • IEP implementation
  • Behavior management
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Specialized instructional methods
  • Small group support
  • Adaptive equipment support
  • Transition planning
  • Emotional support
  • Independent learning encouragement
  • Social skills development
  • Peer mentoring
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Classroom organization
  • Effective communication
  • Decision-making
  • Student advocacy
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Physical disabilities support

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
09.1998 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University
Sofia Nuno