Dedicated Special Education Teacher with expertise in differentiated instruction and behavior modification. Proven ability to foster collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to promote student success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
San Marcos Unified School District
04.2023 - Current
Developed individualized education plans to address diverse student needs.
Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student learning goals.
Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods.
Trained classroom staff on special education best practices.
Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Special Education Teacher
Vista Unified School District
03.2021 - 04.2023
Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and specialists regarding student development.
Designed adaptive curriculum materials tailored for various learning abilities.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Corporal, NCO Training
United States Marine Corps
08.1995 - 08.1999
Developed load plans for Air force Carriers.
Developed load plans for Navy Carriers.
Participated in Force Movement Control Centers, requiring tracking of personnel and cargo.
Responsible as the liaison to the lower units for embarkation training. I worked closely with the lower units Non-Commissioned officers to train and allocate school seats in the most equitable manner possible. Strived to fill all seats of training by constant communication with my superiors and the units in my charge; 1st Service Support Group, 1st Marine Division, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and two of our Marine Expeditionary Units.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos
01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
California State University, San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
12.2018
Skills
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Individual education plans ieps
Small group instruction
Collaborative teamwork
Inclusion strategies
Team collaboration
Parent-teacher collaboration
Trained in CPI
Behavior modification
Certification
Multiple Subject Credential
Mild/Mod Credential
Mod/Severe (ESN) credential
Dual Language Authorization
Autism Authorization
English Language Learner Aurhorization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
San Marcos Unified School District
04.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Vista Unified School District
03.2021 - 04.2023
Corporal, NCO Training
United States Marine Corps
08.1995 - 08.1999
Master of Arts - Special Education
California State University San Marcos
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
Special Education Teacher at P.S. 75Q – New York City Department of EducationSpecial Education Teacher at P.S. 75Q – New York City Department of Education