Tatiana Arias
Clinton
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated administrative professional with over six years of experience in childcare and administrative roles, committed to fostering a positive learning environment. Proven expertise as a Special Education Paraprofessional, skilled in delivering tailored instruction to diverse groups of children and ensuring each student's unique needs are met. Highly organized and responsible, adept at managing daily tasks while maintaining a focus on educational excellence. Passionate about empowering students through effective study habits and supportive learning strategies, contributing to overall academic success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Assistant
Abingdon Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Assists in leading classroom activities when needed.
- Assisting the teacher with assessing students' needs
- Administers care for and meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the students.
- Contributed to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the students thrive and develop.
- Keeps the classroom neat and tidy.
- Organize creative activities and educational games.
Nanny
Private Family
04.2022 - Current
- Worked alongside the family's busy schedule, on call.
- Organize creative activities and educational games.
- Schedule daily feedings and naps.
- Prepare children's meals and feed them.
- Provides customized and personalized childcare for their children in their home.
- Administers one-on-one care and meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children.
- Contributes to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the children thrive and develop.
- Transports children to and from activities, grocery shops for the children.
Nanny
Carmen & Malcolm Penaflor
06.2021 - Current
- Provides customized and personalized childcare for their children in their home.
- Administers one-on-one care and meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children.
- Contributes to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the children thrive and develop.
- Prepare children's meals and feed them.
- Keeps the children's areas neat and tidy.
- Organize creative activities and educational games.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
ESY Mini MIPA Assistant
Randolph Elementary School
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported the implementation of IEPs by assisting students during academic and social activities.
- Utilized visual schedules, AAC devices, and structured routines to promote communication and independence.
- Reinforced behavioral interventions and applied positive behavior support strategies under staff supervision.
- Collected daily data on student behavior, academic progress, and intervention outcomes for reporting to educational teams.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and other paraprofessionals to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Supported students during transitions, recess, meals, and sensory breaks to promote regulation.
- Promoted social interaction and peer engagement through structured play and modeling appropriate behavior.
- Maintained confidentiality and followed all safety, health, and educational guidelines in support of student needs.
ESY MIPA Assistant
Barrett Elementary School
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported the implementation of IEPs by assisting students during academic and social activities.
- Utilized visual schedules, AAC devices, and structured routines to promote communication and independence.
- Reinforced behavioral interventions and applied positive behavior support strategies under staff supervision.
- Collected daily data on student behavior, academic progress, and intervention outcomes for reporting to educational teams.
- Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and other paraprofessionals to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Promoted social interaction and peer engagement through structured play and modeling appropriate behavior.
- Maintained confidentiality and followed all safety, health, and educational guidelines in support of student needs.
School Based Substitute
Long Branch Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Accept all assignments and follow the directions of supervisors.
- Maintain the learning process while the regular classroom teacher is out of the classroom.
- Administers care for and meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the students.
- Contributes to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the students thrive and develop.
- Keep classrooms neat and tidy.
- Organize creative activities and educational games.
Assistant Manager
El Encanto
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Supervise and assist employees in customer service.
- Develop and maintain a schedule for employees
- Seek ways to better promote the store, the products and services within the store.
- Maintain proper inventory levels, ensure stocking, implement purchasing plans and maintain contact with suppliers to ensure maximum efficiency in meeting sales goals.
- Ensure the store always remains clean and presentable.
- Train new employees as needed to ensure adequate personnel is on hand to provide outstanding customer service.
Nanny
Private Family
03.2018 - 05.2022
- Organize creative activities and educational games.
- Schedule daily feedings, naps and outdoor activities.
- Prepare children's meals and feed them.
- Administers one-on-one care and meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children.
- Contributes to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the children thrive and develop.
- Transport children to and from activities, grocery shops for the children.
Education
Associate's Degree - Early Childhood Education
Prince George's Community College
Largo, MD07.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Thomas Edison High School
Alexandria, VA06.2013
Skills
- Active listening
- Time management
- Exceptional communication skills
- Fast learner
- Self-motivated
- Attention to detail
- Computer literacy
- Classroom management
- IEP implementation
- Teacher assistance
- Classroom organization
- Educational support
- Autism support
- Enrichment activities
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Timeline
ESY Mini MIPA Assistant
Randolph Elementary School
07.2025 - 08.2025
Special Education Assistant
Abingdon Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
ESY MIPA Assistant
Barrett Elementary School
07.2024 - 08.2024
School Based Substitute
Long Branch Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Nanny
Private Family
04.2022 - Current
Nanny
Carmen & Malcolm Penaflor
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Manager
El Encanto
05.2018 - 08.2023
Nanny
Private Family
03.2018 - 05.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Thomas Edison High School
Associate's Degree - Early Childhood Education
Prince George's Community College