Albert Clayton
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Texas EC-8th Special Education
Texas EC-4th General Education
Texas 4th-8th General Education
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
2023.08 - Current
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Conducted annual ARDs and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
HeadStart Early Childhood Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
2019.09 - 2023.05
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Successfully followed all Headstart Standards
Headstart Early Childhood Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
2009.08 - 2019.05
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Successfully followed all Headstart Standards
Substitute Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
2008.08 - 2009.05
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Financial Services Industry
Frost Bank, Inverworld, Morgan Stanley
1992.01 - 2007.06
- Conducted market research and analysis to identify investment opportunities.
- Developed and delivered financial presentations to drive client engagement.
- Managed client financial portfolios to minimise risk and optimize returns.
- Monitored changes in financial markets and kept clients informed of latest developments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
08.1987
- Study Abroad: Mexico City, UNAM - 1988-1990
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Individualized Education Plans
- Lesson Planning
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - San Antonio Independent School District
2023.08 - Current
HeadStart Early Childhood Teacher - San Antonio Independent School District
2019.09 - 2023.05
Headstart Early Childhood Teacher - San Antonio Independent School District
2009.08 - 2019.05
Substitute Teacher - San Antonio Independent School District
2008.08 - 2009.05
Financial Services Industry - Frost Bank, Inverworld, Morgan Stanley
1992.01 - 2007.06
Texas A&M University - Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
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