Kenia Ruedas
Mountain View School District
Upland
2
Languages
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Special education professional with comprehensive experience in program development and implementation. Strong focus on team collaboration, achieving results, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in individualized education plans, behavioral management strategies, and stakeholder communication. Reliable and flexible, ensuring all students' needs are met effectively.
Work History
Special Education Program Specialist
6 Years 2 Months- Coordinated IEP compliance support, ensuring documentation aligned with special education regulations and district procedures.
- Reviewed student records and service plans for accuracy, completeness, and timely updates.
- Collaborated with site teams to resolve program concerns and improve student support delivery.
- Monitored caseload data to identify service gaps and strengthen placement decisions.
- Trained staff on special education processes, documentation requirements, and procedural consistency.
- Facilitated parent and staff communication to support student goals and coordinated services.
- Conducted assessments to determine student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Addressed potential conflicts or challenges within the classroom environment promptly, fostering a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere for all students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to review and update IEPs based on student performance data and feedback from team members.
- Mentored new special education staff members by sharing best practices, resources, and insights gained from years of experience in the field.
- Evaluated new instructional materials and technologies for their potential effectiveness in supporting the unique learning needs of special education students before recommending them for adoption within the program curriculum.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, and community resources to facilitate comprehensive support services for special education students.
Resource Specialist Teacher
5 Years- Developed individualized instruction plans aligned with IEP goals and student learning needs.
- Assessed student progress and adjusted interventions to support academic and behavioral growth.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modify classroom access.
- Led case review meetings and documented compliance with special education requirements.
- Coordinated services among families, staff, and support teams to strengthen student outcomes.
- Provided instructional guidance to paraprofessionals on targeted interventions and classroom supports.
- Monitored behavior data and implemented positive support strategies to improve engagement.
- Maintained accurate records, reports, and service documentation for student case management.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Boosted student engagement by designing interactive and hands-on learning experiences tailored to individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication and involvement opportunities, promoting a supportive home-school partnership.
- Contributed actively in IEP meetings with parents, administrators, and support staff, collaborating on strategies that best supported each student's unique needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement in curriculum and instruction methods, leading to increased student performance levels.
- Assessed student progress regularly, utilizing various assessment tools to inform instruction and provide targeted feedback.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Coordinated special education students' and teacher assistant schedules with the master schedule.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Special Education Teacher
7 Months- Developed IEPs aligned with student needs, compliance requirements, and classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
- Assessed student progress using formative data to refine instructional supports.
- Managed behavior intervention strategies to improve classroom engagement and self-regulation.
- Coordinated with families, therapists, and support staff to strengthen student outcomes.
- Monitored special education documentation for accuracy, timelines, and regulatory compliance.
- Mentored paraprofessionals on behavior supports, classroom routines, and student accommodations.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Special Education Teacher/Resourse Specialist
6 Years 10 Months- Developed individualized education plans aligned with student needs, curriculum standards, and compliance requirements.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to support diverse learning styles across inclusion and resource settings.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions using assessment data and classroom observations.
- Collaborated with general education staff to ensure accommodations, modifications, and co-teaching support.
- Facilitated parent conferences to review goals, services, and academic and behavioral progress.
- Coordinated special education documentation to maintain accurate records and regulatory compliance.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive educational and emotional support for students.
- Enhanced communication skills in non-verbal students through integration of alternative and augmentative communication systems.
- Boosted student engagement in mathematics by introducing problem-solving activities that connected concepts to real-world situations.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to a decrease in disruptive behaviors and an increase in classroom participation.
- Integrated social skills training into curriculum, facilitating improved peer interactions and social integration.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, reducing classroom disruptions through effective behavior management strategies.
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Education
Master of Arts - Education: Special Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
- Minor in English
- Magna Cum Laude
Skills
Family engagement
Progress assessment
Time management
Effective communication
Peer interaction strategies
Lesson planning
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Project management
Time management
Detail orientation
Attention to detail
Communication techniques
Social skills development
Decision-making
Relationship building
Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention-De-escalation and Physical Skills
- TEACCH Autism Program
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Program Specialist
Mountain View School District
08.2020 - CurrentRead More
Resource Specialist Teacher
Mountain View School District
08.2015 - 08.2020Read More
Special Education Teacher
Upland Unified School District
08.2014 - 03.2015Read More
Special Education Teacher/Resourse Specialist
Mountain View School District
08.2007 - 06.2014Read More
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Arts from Education: Special Education
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Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts from Human Development
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