MICHELLE GUILLEN
La Habra
Summary
A dedicated and innovative educator with over a decade of experience in fostering student success and enhancing instructional practices. Skilled in developing and implementing professional development for teachers, integrating modern educational technology, and applying data-driven strategies to improve student outcomes. Committed to supporting educators in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments while driving academic excellence and collaboration across teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Chancelight Spectrum Schools and Programs
09.2024 - Current
- Led and supported a team of 10 teachers while managing a full classroom, balancing the demands of curriculum planning, student assessments, and behavior management. Effectively delegated tasks, provided mentorship, and ensured the seamless execution of daily operations, all while maintaining a high standard of teaching and student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues and school leadership to develop and improve curriculum, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices
- Supervised and supported teachers in implementing instructional strategies for students with Individualized Education Programs ensuring alignment with state and federal guidelines.
Special Education Teacher
Spectrum Schools And Programs
11.2021 - Current
- Applied learning objectives, instructional knowledge and methods to support IEP goals and collected data for behavior modification and intervention supports
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement and collaborated with counselors, parents, and other outside resources to ensure student success
- Modified general education curriculum for students using various instructional techniques and technologies while using Positive Behavior Support and using Crisis Prevention Intervention techniques
Student Testing Assistant
Garden Grove Unified School District
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Effectively coordinated the California English Language Proficiency Assessments for California to over400 students which included listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Verified the accuracy, completion, and documentation of school-site testing and maintaining the inventories of secure testing materials
- Happily assisted attendance, guidance, and main office and collaborated with various school personnel while prioritizing tasks and meeting school-wide testing deadlines
- Became familiar with district testing database programs and information systems to support technical issues
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Irvine Unified School District
12.2015 - 12.2019
- Provided intervention for students in reading, writing, and math as well as student support in large and small group settings to reinforce learning concepts
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans and behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills
- Meticulously worked alongside teachers to ensure students met their Individualized Education Plan goals, actively stayed informed with student progress, and collected data for the Resource Specialist
ASES Instructor
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Garden Grove
09.2011 - 07.2014
- Applied various teaching aids to assist members with homework while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized classroom
- Planned and facilitated programs such as Education & Career Development, Character & Leadership Development, Sports, Fitness & Recreation, The Arts and Health & Life Skills
- Created various age-appropriate learning activities for students of different developmental stages and to specific Club demographics and led the Art Club and nominated students to compete in Regional competition which resulted in Club recognition
Student Worker
Garden Grove Unified School District
06.2009 - 07.2011
- Answered phone calls and routed callers to appropriate personnel
- Assisted with Parent Community Outreach Meetings and Parent Classes
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail
Education
Mild/Moderate Credential - Special Education
Alliant International University
San Diego, CA03-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA08.2018
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Fullerton College
07.2016
Skills
- Data driven
- Training and mentoring
- Differentiated instruction
- Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Chancelight Spectrum Schools and Programs
09.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Spectrum Schools And Programs
11.2021 - Current
Student Testing Assistant
Garden Grove Unified School District
03.2020 - 11.2021
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Irvine Unified School District
12.2015 - 12.2019
ASES Instructor
Boys And Girls Clubs Of Garden Grove
09.2011 - 07.2014
Student Worker
Garden Grove Unified School District
06.2009 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Fullerton College
Mild/Moderate Credential - Special Education
Alliant International University
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