Christian Kalafut

To secure a challenging position as a History Teacher where I can inspire a love of learning, foster critical thinking skills, leverage my strong historical knowledge, integrate music and the arts to enhance historical understanding, and create an inclusive classroom environment that empowers students to become responsible and engaged global citizens.

Special Education Paraprofessional at Soliant (December 2025 – Present)

Facilitate academic and social development for a diverse student population with mild to severe disabilities in inclusive classroom settings.

• Facilitate academic and social development for a diverse student population (ages 5–22) with mild to severe disabilities
• Implement individualized instructional and behavioral supports within inclusive classroom settings to ensure equitable access to the curriculum
• Manage comprehensive student care, including personal hygiene/toileting, emotional regulation, and positive behavior interventions
• Cultivate an environment of engagement and growth, tailoring one-on-one and small-group support to meet unique IEP goals
• Provide support to one-on-one students, small groups, and whole group instruction within the Vista School District

Teaching Paraprofessional at ProCare Therapy (November 2023 – Present)

Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with special needs in inclusive classrooms across Carlsbad/Oceanside School District.

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with special needs in the Carlsbad/Oceanside School District
• Assist in ages 5-22
• Assist special education students in inclusive classrooms
• Foster student growth, engagement, and positive behavior
• Currently supporting students with mild/severe disabilities with a strong desire to help any student in need
• Assist with toileting needs, instructional supports, behavioral supports, and emotional supports

Music Instructor at Private Music Lessons (June 2022 – Present)

Provide private music lessons to young children in their homes in collaboration with Carlsbad School of Music.

• Provide private music lessons to young children in their homes
• Collaborate with Carlsbad School of Music to offer high-quality music instruction
• Develop unique and engaging lessons that foster excitement and motivate students

AM/PM Teacher at Strategic Kids (August 2023 - November 2023)

Taught first-grade students in an after-school program with lesson planning and academic support.

• Taught a class of 22 first-grade students in an after-school program
• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans and projects
• Provided homework assistance and supervised physical education activities
• Supported student learning and academic growth

Instructional Aide at Banyan Tree Educational Services (Summer 2023)

Provided academic support to students with special needs with lesson planning assistance and behavioral/academic support.

• Instructional Aide
• Provided academic support to students with special needs
• Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans
• Assisted with one-on-one support for both behavioral and academic needs
• Assisted with toileting needs
• Provided musical opportunities with learning through songs and musical exploration

Sales Associate/Cashier at Lowe's (February 2021 - September 2023)

Provided excellent customer service and maintained store operations including inventory management.

• Provided excellent customer service, including cashiering and customer assistance
• Maintained a clean and organized store environment
• Managed online inventory and fulfilled shipping and receiving duties
• Developed strong customer service and communication skills while effectively managing the customer service desk

Bachelor of Arts in History – San Diego State University (May 2023)

Associate in Arts in History – Mount San Jacinto College (May 2018)

Associate in Arts in Music – Mount San Jacinto College (May 2018)

High School Diploma – Great Oak High School (June 2014)