Experience

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  University Preparatory Academy Charter

  • San Jose, California, United States

  • Dean of Students

    • Jul 2023 - Present
    • San Jose, California, United States

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  The Stepping Stones Group, LLC

  • San Jose, California, United States

  • Process Coordinator/ Special Educator Case Manager

    • Aug 2019 - Mar 2024
    • San Jose, California, United States

    ✅ Cultivate positive relationships with school staff and administration to effectively support students.✅ Establish clear objectives for all educational focuses and leverage data-driven performance trackers to influenceacademic planning strategies.✅ Instruct individuals and groups using a variety of teaching methods, such as guided practice, group discussion, andhands-on manipulatives. Provide a wide range of materials and resources for students to explore, manipulate, and use,both in learning activities and through immersive learning.✅ Knowledgeable of behavior management and conflict mediation strategies to maintain order and create a positive learning environment for students at all levels.✅ Perform ongoing formal and informal learning assessments and adapt programs accordingly.

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  Kansas City Neighborhood Academy

  • Kansas City, Missouri, United States

  • EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION TEACHER ▷ Program Management ▷ Leadership Development ▷ Compliance

    • Jul 2017 - Jun 2019
    • Kansas City, Missouri, United States

    ✅ Led professional development program, including researching, employing, and developing curriculum, and ensuring that it complies with industry and district standards.✅ Developed and led numerous workshops pertaining to various educational techniques and professional development topics relevant to teachers and educators.

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  Brookside Charter School

  • Kansas City, Missouri Area

  • SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER ▷ Curriculum Development ▷ Evaluations ▷ Behavior Management

    • Aug 2016 - Jun 2017
    • Kansas City, Missouri Area

    ✅ Adapted general education curriculum for a targeted audience, incorporating a broad range of instructional techniques and technologies.✅ Spearheaded collaboration sessions to discuss new ideas and current projects. Developed a reputation as a sought-after mentor and assisted new teachers in adjusting and developing their curriculum.✅ Assessed student performance and utilized data-driven plans to identify individual needs and ensure academic success.✅ Consulted with colleagues on learning environment adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, and behavior modification plans.

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  Niles Home for Children, Inc./Niles Prep Day School

  • Kansas City, Missouri Area

  • DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION ▷ Operations Management ▷ Performance Improvement ▷ Team Building

    • May 2014 - Oct 2016
    • Kansas City, Missouri Area

    ✅ Recruited, mentored, and supervised a staff of 14 and ensured employees were trained to perform at the highest levels throughout the organization. Accountable for a $110K annual budget and payroll processing.✅ Leveraged strong interpersonal skills and approachability to cultivate a positive professional environment and engage with local school districts and community stakeholders.✅ Improved performance and results organization-wide by evaluating and addressing the effectiveness of teaching methods and designing professional development sessions and training modules. ✅ Created and implemented innovative programs, including building a parent-centric improvement team and multicultural programs.

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  Kansas City Public Schools

  • Kansas City, Missouri Area

  • SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER ▷ Curriculum Development ▷ Evaluations ▷ Behavior Management

    • Oct 2015 - Aug 2016
    • Kansas City, Missouri Area

    Provide individual specialized academic support instructions to student identified by IDEA Individuals with Disabilities Act and the Missouri State Plan.Prepares and schedules individual pupil staffing conferences according to timelines; initiates IEP conferences as appropriate.Write IEPs using district software Tyler SIS.Complete all necessary paperwork to be in compliance with the state and district.Prepares and submits reports according to timelines outlined in the Missouri State plan; responds to requests for information as required.Identifies the specific learning needs of each pupil properly identified as disabled and maintains a clear record of the pupil’s instructional experience and progress in the permanent Special Education file.Schedules pupils for instruction in cooperation with the Director of Special Services, principal and other members of the building staff.Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and school.Utilizes differentiated instruction and the IEP guiding document for all instructions.Administering national, state and district assessments throughout the school year.Coordinates all activities and procedures with the Director of Special Services and building principal.Attend all meetings with parents and give input concerning the creation of an Individual Education Plan or a 504 Plan.Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement of professional practice, cultural competence, and ability to meet the specific instructional needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students.