Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Karen Sandoval

Chicago

Summary

Compassionate and adaptable classroom assistant specializing in emotional support and behavior intervention. Proven ability to collaborate with educators and provide personalized assistance, enhancing student growth and classroom dynamics.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Classroom Assistant

Solorio Academy High School
Chicago
08.2023 - Current
  • Supported students with special needs during daily routines and transitions.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive student interactions.
  • Monitored student progress and reported observations to teaching staff regularly.
  • Communicated with parents about student needs and classroom updates consistently.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to help struggling learners understand concepts taught in the classroom.
  • Supported the implementation of behavior management plans and strategies designed by teachers.

Administrative Office Manager

New Life Centers
Chicago
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw inventory management and ordered office supplies as needed.
  • Assisted in budget tracking and expense reporting for administrative functions.
  • Handled incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence from clients and vendors.
  • Processed invoices for payment in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with payroll processing by verifying timesheets and submitting them to the HR department on time.

Special Education Teacher's Assistant

Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
Oak Park
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
  • Offered emotional support during times of difficulty or crisis situations involving the student.
  • Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.

Education

Associate of Arts -

City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, IL
12-2026

Skills

  • Behavior intervention
  • Communication strategies
  • Emotional support
  • Progress monitoring
  • IEP implementation
  • Student advocacy
  • Conflict mediation
  • Administrative support

Affiliations

  • Girls Basketball Coach - Solorio Academy High School
  • Youth Group Leader - New Life Brighton Park
  • Food Pantry Volunteer - Greater Food Chicago

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Special Education Classroom Assistant

Solorio Academy High School
08.2023 - Current

Administrative Office Manager

New Life Centers
03.2023 - 03.2024

Special Education Teacher's Assistant

Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
09.2022 - 08.2023

Associate of Arts -

City Colleges of Chicago

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Karen Sandoval