Santana Mendoza
Unadilla
Summary
Compassionate Pre-K Paraprofessional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in classroom management, early childhood education techniques, and developmentally appropriate practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring positive interactions with children and fostering an environment conducive to learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
PreK Paraprofessional
Dooly County School System
Unadilla
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted teachers in implementing daily lesson plans for young children.
- Supported individual student needs through personalized attention and encouragement.
- Organized classroom materials and maintained a clean learning environment.
- Supervised students during activities, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Helped manage classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in early childhood education practices.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to early childhood education best practices.
- Encouraged students to take responsibility for their own learning through self-reflection techniques such as goal setting and problem solving skills.
Front Desk Receptionist
Travel Inn
Unadilla
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival at the Travel Inn.
- Managed phone calls.
- Handled guest complaints with professionalism and empathy during their stay.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Scheduled reservations and coordinated check-in/check-out processes efficiently.
Front Desk Receptionist
Travel Lodge by Wyndham
Unadilla
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival at the Travel Inn.
- Managed phone calls.
- Scheduled reservations and coordinated check-in/check-out processes efficiently.
- Handled guest complaints with professionalism and empathy during their stay.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
Education
Dual Enrollment - High School - Early Childhood Education
Central Georgia Technical College
Warner Robins, GA 07.2012 - 05.2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Data entry
- Positive reinforcement
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Patience and empathy
- Lesson implementation
- Multitasking capacity
Accomplishments
Demonstrated strong growth and leadership during my first year as a Pre-K paraprofessional by stepping into the role of acting lead teacher early in the school year. Successfully managed a challenging classroom environment, leading to noticeable improvement in student behavior and overall classroom structure. Recognized as Staff of the Month and praised by administration for dedication, resilience, and the ability to create a positive, structured learning environment.
Timeline
PreK Paraprofessional
Dooly County School System
07.2025 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Travel Inn
02.2025 - 05.2025
Front Desk Receptionist
Travel Lodge by Wyndham
10.2024 - 01.2025
Dual Enrollment - High School - Early Childhood Education
Central Georgia Technical College
07.2012 - 05.2013