Jessica Lobato
Hyattsville
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in school administration and childcare. Skilled in front office operations, documentation, parent communication, and student supervision. Known for a calm, organized, and nurturing approach to both administrative and educational tasks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Lead Teacher
Horizon Child Care
Silver Spring
09.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans, activities, and learning materials based on the curriculum to engage students and promote academic development.
- Mentored junior staff on effective teaching techniques, enhancing overall classroom instruction.
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
- Engaged children individually to foster positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Prepared and organized nutritious snacks, supporting students' health and well-being throughout the day.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Rolling Terrace Elementary School
Takoma Park
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) under teacher guidance, providing one-on-one and group interventions.
- Support students with special needs in classroom and small-group settings, fostering academic, social, and behavioral growth.
- Monitor and document student progress, maintaining detailed reports on interventions and earning outcomes.
- Assist with lesson planning, instructional activities, and classroom management.
- Advocate for students and support collaborative learning initiatives.
Teacher Aide /Classroom Monitor (Temp)
Rolling Terrace Elementary School
Silver Spring
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Managed student behavior in classroom, establishing and enforcing rules and procedures to create a positive learning environment.
- Supervised students throughout the day, both in the classroom and outside during breaks.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Managed daily attendance. Recorded and tracked student attendance, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
- Assisted in facilitating Zoom classes, resolving technical issues to enhance student participation in virtual learning.
Medical Assistant /Medical Receptionist
Healthy Choice Family Clinic
Capitol Heights
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Managed patient records in electronic health record systems, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for healthcare providers.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient follow-ups efficiently.
- Collected vital signs and documented patient information to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Bilingual translation: Provided Spanish-to-English translation services for patients, ensuring clear communication and understanding.
Medical Assistant Internship
Healthy Family Choice Clinic
Capitol Heights
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Administered prescribed medications to patients following physician guidelines in a clinical setting.
- Positioned patients effectively during examinations and treatments to enhance comfort and ensure safety.
- Facilitated back office patient processes, contributing to reduced office wait times.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Prepared and organized patient charts daily, ensuring efficiency for clinic sessions.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Streamlined payment processing for administrative staff, enhancing overall office efficiency.
Education
Certification
Brightwood College
Beltsville, MD12-2017
High School Diploma -
High Point High School
Beltsville, MD05-2014
Skills
- Early childhood development
- Curriculum development
- Child advocacy
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Rolling Terrace Elementary School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Teacher Aide /Classroom Monitor (Temp)
Rolling Terrace Elementary School
04.2021 - 06.2021
Childcare Lead Teacher
Horizon Child Care
09.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant /Medical Receptionist
Healthy Choice Family Clinic
01.2018 - 07.2020
Medical Assistant Internship
Healthy Family Choice Clinic
10.2017 - 12.2017
Certification
Brightwood College
High School Diploma -
High Point High School