Joy Beffre 4700 E Meadow Land Drive San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 703-981-5215 August 21, 2019 To whom it may concem, | am writing this letter of recommendation for Heidi Fajardo. | am a first grade teacher at Ranch Elementary School in San Tan Valley, Arizona. I have known Heidi for four years. She is a kindergarten paraprofessional and she has volunteered in my classroom working with students in small groups focusing on reading and decoding skills, assisting students with individual assignments, and helping with special events/projects in the classroom and school. Heidi has been an asset in my classroom and to our school. The students adored her and were excited to work with her whether it was in small groups or her helping them with individual assignments. Heidi is a pleasure to work with and immediately developed a strong report with the students and staff. Heidi has strong communication skills and is a team player as she would just jump right in with minimal direction and assist the students. Heidi's perky personality and smile is contagious! Heidi always used an appropriate tone with the students and communicated professionally with others. Heidi has a great ‘sense of humor is able to adapt well to various classroom climates. | find Heidi's dedication and reliability to be invaluable throughout the years Hf you have any questions or need any other information, please feel free to contact me at jbeffre@jombs org. Sincerely, Joy Beffre, M.Ed Ranch Elementary Schoo! First Grade Teacher