1. MARIAYXA LA SANTA
P.O Box 937
Guaynabo P.R 00970
mariayxa@hotmail.com
407-405-0902 (cell)
787-238-0725 (cell)
OBJECTIVE
To offer my knowledge in a position that involves challenges where my capabilities can be
used in order to reach the goals of the position with my dedication and productivity.
2015 to 2016- Paraprofessional for students on the Autism
Spectrum
Gersh Academy for students on the Autism Spectrum
2052 Mc Leary Street San Juan, PR 00911
(787) 200-8684 www.gershinternational.com
Work under the supervision of the Classroom Teacher, the
Paraprofessional provides comprehensive direct care and instructional
services for students with autism spectrum disorders, and functions as a
member of the educational and therapeutic team.
• Provide instructional services under the supervision of certified
teacher and therapists, including lesson planning, providing 1:1
instruction as well as preparation for classroom sessions.
• When the opportunity for a student to be included in the home
school or outside setting, PA will act as inclusion aid in that
setting to provide for consistency and support of student.
• Liaison with team members involved in the education/treatment
of the student.
• Maintain professional documentation including daily notes to
families, data collection of students’ performance on academics
tasks, and behavioral logs.
• Participate in direct supervision of students and assistance with
activities in daily living, including toileting assistance as needed.

2. • Work with teachers and therapists to learn
instructional/educational strategies as well as discuss student
program and needs.
• Utilize time both before and after school to provide for the
instructional components of the student’s day, as well as meet any
classroom needs as determined by the teacher or senior PA.
• Complete any other essential duties that may be assigned.
2013 to 2014- Geographic information system (GIS) Analyst
CSA Arquitects & Engineers San Juan, PR
Work with a system designed to capture, store, manipulate,
analyze, manage, and present all types of geographical data.
• GIS Field Technician
• Base map analyst
• Raw data evaluation from PRASA’S client database.
• Experience integrating customer information into a geographic
information system.
• Experience evaluating and validating information in the customer
database.
• Manage Quantum GIS software
2012 to 2013- Geographic information system (GIS) Technician
Addressing Solutions, LLC/ G Code, LLC, San Juan, PR
Work with a system designed to capture, store, manipulate,
analyze, manage, and present all types of geographical data.
• Base map analyst
• Raw data evaluation from PRASA’S client database.
• Experience integrating customer information into a geographic
information system.
• Experience evaluating and validating information in the customer
database and manage Quantum GIS software.

3. 2011 to 2012 -Personal Assistant
Zona Desarrollo Santurce, PR
• Facilitating office procedure and agenda for the center.
• Participate in the study and analysis of new procedures and
working methods.
• Assist in the development of programs and activities.
• Keeping track, control of work being done in the office.
• Teaming up with the center’s director, so that it can comply with
the scheduled per day.
2008 to 2009- Internship A &B
University Gardens High School (Specialized in Math & Science)
San Juan, PR
• Individual and group counseling, workshops and conferences on
issues related with the teen needs.
• Workshops and conferences for parents and teachers.
• Family Counseling.
• Established a support group for students with low grades.
• Promote the student welfare with counseling.
• Work with areas of conflict: emotional intelligence, time
management, and study bases among other subjects.
• Collaborate with the Student Counselor in several projects to
reach the best performance of the student.
• Worked with a middle school and high school population.
2008-Counseling Practicum
Gabriela Mistral High School San Juan, PR
• Try new ways of behavior and thinking to compare response from
each student.
• Work with anger management, self-esteem, career development
and group dynamics for different exploration of their needs.
• Discuss and explore values and attitudes.
• Provide assistance to students choosing their carriers and
universities.
• Work with High School population.

4. 2007 -Title 1 ( Paraprofessional)
Elementary School of the University of Puerto Rico Río Piedras, PR
• Coordinate with school educational program for the students of
the ESEA program
• Improved attendance of training sessions as part of the autistic
disorder instructional programs.
• Coordinate educational, health and social services.
• Improve student development with specialized educational
systems.
• Work with Elementary Autism Students
2004 to 2006 Instructional Assistant
William E. Orr Middle School Las Vegas, Nevada
Help autistic students on their every day school work.
• Highly involved in assisting disabled students through training and
support.
• Find new ways of helping the student to develop a good day to day
learning experience.
• Work with Middle School Autistic population.
2002 to 2004 Teachers Assistant
Mammolina Montessori School Guaynabo, PR
• In charge of providing assistance and education with autistic
students in Pre-school and Kindergarten programs.
• Develop Montessori Educational System.
• Help and encourage full learning experience to preschoolers.
2000 to 2002 Teachers Assistant
Carvin School Carolina, PR
• Support teacher’s program in Kindergarten curriculum
• Encourage kindergarten students to feel comfortable with school
process.
• Support teacher, students and parents with anything related with
the educational process.

5. EDUCATION
2010 The Florida Department of Children and Families
Orlando, FL (Additional Courses)
• Health, Safety and Nutrition
• Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
• Child Growth and Development
• Early Literacy for Children Age Birth to Three
• Basic Guidance and Discipline
2006 to 2009 University of Phoenix
Guaynabo, PR
• Master of Science in Counseling – Guidance & Counseling
2008 Carlos Albizu University
San Juan, P.R
• Certification in expertise before courts: general aspects, civil
and criminals.
2002.2003 Academia Alcance
• Course of speech (Radio and Television)
2002 Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras, P.R
• Principles of psychological measurement ( Additional course)
1995-2000 University of Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras, P.R
• Bachelor of Arts- Social Sciences- Major: Sociology
and Psychology
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Bilingual: Spanish and English
• Highly motivated with the ability to work under
pressure
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities, tact and
patience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

6. with student and coworkers
• Computer Skills

7. with student and coworkers
• Computer Skills