Berenisse Flores
Yuma
Summary
Reliable and adaptable professional with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Experienced in supporting teams, managing tasks efficiently, and learning quickly in new environments. Known for being dependable, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering quality work in any role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Mary A. Otondo Elementary School
Yuma
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Assisted students individually and in small groups with assignments to reinforce learning concepts and support academic growth
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt classroom activities and monitor student progress
- Administered classwork, tests, homework, and make-up assignments
- Supervised students in various settings including classrooms, playgrounds, lunchrooms, and field trips to ensure safety and engagement
- Performed general clerical duties such as copying, filing, and maintaining records
- Reported behavioral incidents, safety concerns, and other observations to appropriate staff
- Participated in staff meetings and supported curriculum delivery under teacher supervision
- Provided personalized academic, behavioral, and emotional support to students as needed
- Supported teachers in classroom management and instructional activities.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
Teacher
Treehouse Kids Club
Yuma
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Develop and lead classroom activities.
- Sanitize classroom equipment.
- Organize and maintain a clean/ productive classroom.
- Teach basic skills, shapes, numbers, colors, letters.
- Write weekly observations.
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment.
- Observe and monitor children in the classroom and on the playground.
- Manage a class of up to 16 toddlers.
- Serve meals.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated hands-on activities to enhance student participation and understanding.
Stay at Home Parent
Self Employed
Yuma
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Managed household operations including schedules, budgeting, and conflict resolution
- Coordinated children’s educational, medical, and extracurricular needs
- Strengthened multitasking, organization, and time management skills
- Adapted to changing priorities and maintained a calm, solutions-focused approach
Customer Service Representative
Global Contact Services
Yuma
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Customer service
- Sales
- Ensure campaign goals were met
- Ensure call quality was met
Bus Aide
Yuma Schools Transportation Center
Yuma
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supervise and monitor student safety while on the bus.
- Tie down wheelchair students to keep them safe and secure.
- Assist in transporting students to and from school.
- Assisted students boarding and disembarking from school buses safely.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a respectful and safe environment.
- Provided first aid to students as needed during transportation.
Education
High School -
Yuma High School
05.2001 - 01/2005
Skills
- Organized
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Basic Microsoft Office: Word, Excel
- Attention to Detail
- Deadline Management
- Prioritizing Tasks Effectively
- Reliable & Punctual
- Positive Attitude
- Team Player
Language
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Mary A. Otondo Elementary School
08.2020 - 05.2025
Teacher
Treehouse Kids Club
01.2019 - 01.2020
Stay at Home Parent
Self Employed
01.2011 - 01.2019
Customer Service Representative
Global Contact Services
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bus Aide
Yuma Schools Transportation Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
High School -
Yuma High School
05.2001 - 01/2005