MARISEL VERA MALDONADO

C: 787-***-**** acus04@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Speech and Language Therapist and Preschool Teacher who develops curriculums based on a child's biological, cognitive, and socio-emotional processes. Committed to the healthy maturation of every child involved.

SKILLS

Fluent in Spanish

English: advanced (reading); intermediate

(speaking and writing)

Basic knowledge of Sign Language

Conducted over 100 hours of child speech and

language therapy

First Aid and CPR Certified

WORK HISTORY

Special Education Assistant, 08/2015 to Current

Instituto Modelo de Enseñanza Individualizada (IMEI) – San Juan, PR Instructed students with disabilities, including learning disabilities, communication and behavioral disorders, physical disabilities and developmental disabilities Ensure students have the reasonable accommodations and technology assistance stipulated in their IEP

Designed and implemented a point system to encourage positive behavior Implemented and taught a life skills program

Prepared instruction materials, including constructing bulletin boards, and setting up work areas Established a safe play environment for the students Teacher Assistant, 09/2013 to 07/2015

Okie Dokie – San Juan, PR

Identified and reported to parents any warning signs of emotional or developmental problems Planned and led activities to develop the students' physical, emotional, and social growth Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as the alphabet, shapes, and color recognition

Prepared instruction materials, including constructing bulletin boards, and setting up work areas Assisted the classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Speech and Language Therapy, 2015 Carlos Albizu University - San Juan, PR

Graduated Cum Laude

Coursework in Preschool and Elementary Education, Child Development and Special Education Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention