Christopher G. Care Companion in Inglewood, CA 90301

Christopher Garza grew up in Inglewood and moved back after 5 years at Cal State Fullerton and service in the Army Reserves to work with the youth in his area, a promise he made to himself at the age of 13. Christopher has worked with children of all different ages in many different capacities. Chris has been a summer counselor, a private tutor, athletic director, after school Site Director. Chris also worked for Aspire Charter Schools where he worked his way up from campus aide to p.e. teacher to Dean of Students. It was there that he learned the importance of accountability with students and how a positive male can help any child if he has the patience and consistency to set step by step expectations. It is Chris’ goal to write children’s books and continue working with children with special needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 13 years working with children.
- 10 years working in schools
- 5 years in after school programs and homes for tutoring, behavior, and manny work.
- 3 years work with children with special needs.
- 2 years of direct 1 on 1 with a student with autism.
- Over 1 Year of direct manny experience with children ages 2 and up.
- Experience in traveling by plane, boat and any trips and vacations.
- Experience working with children with ADHD and autism.
- CPR Certified
- Military experience
- Specialize in helping students stay focused and work on executive functioning and behavior control.
- Experience with social skills for special needs students.