Tasha Texeira
Chandler
Summary
Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Teacher
Autism Academy for Education and Development
Tempe, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Teach Culinary arts curriculum including food preparation, baking, nutrition, menu planning, and kitchen safety to grades 11-12.
Driver/Driver Aide
Kid Commute
Tempe, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Transported Students with special Needs to Autism Academy.
Paraprofessional
Autism Academy for Education and Development
Tempe, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Supported classroom instruction for 25+ students in a after high school/pre collage program.
- Supervise students during school based catering events, and student run cafe on campus.
- Observe and document student progress in support of their individualized education program.
- Track student's behaviors both within and outside of the classroom as needed.
- Work with students one-on-one or in small groups under the supervision of a certified teacher.
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
Sams Club
Chandler, AZ
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained accurate cash register operations, ensuring consistency in financial reporting.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize discrepancies and improve stock accuracy.
- Processed high volumes of transactions efficiently to enhance customer satisfaction.
Instructional Assistant
Kyrene School District
Chandler, AZ
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, assemblies and other special events.
- Prepared exams and assessments to support teacher in evaluating individual student's needs.
- Prepared classrooms for daily lessons and cleaned and organized between classes.
- Took attendance and kept track of evaluations and paperwork.
Cashier/Sales Associate
Gap Inc.
Chandler, AZ
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Welcomed Customers into Old Navy with letting the customer know deals and specials for the day.
- Assisted customers by locating merchandise.
- Handled credit, cash and check transactions.
- Ensured that the checkout area is clean and organized.
- Scanned the merchandise for accurate pricing.
- Unloaded clothing racks with new Merchandise.
Education
High school diploma -
Pearl City High School
Pearl City, HI05-2006
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Special Education - Special education experience (3-5 years)
- Working with people with developmental disabilities
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Helping students with special needs
- Effective communication
Certification
- Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Culinary Teacher
Autism Academy for Education and Development
01.2024 - Current
Driver/Driver Aide
Kid Commute
01.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Autism Academy for Education and Development
01.2024 - Current
Cashier/Customer Service Representative
Sams Club
03.2022 - 01.2024
Instructional Assistant
Kyrene School District
02.2020 - 04.2022
Cashier/Sales Associate
Gap Inc.
01.2018 - 03.2020
High school diploma -
Pearl City High School