Alexandra Amarillo
Stamford,CT
Summary
Creative and talented bilingual Special Education Teacher, seeking a position as a Spanish Language Educator/Special Education. Certified to help students in grades K-12 with concentration in various disabilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Holly Pond School
08.2021 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Special Education Teacher K-8
Side By Side Charter School
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education Initial Certification K-12
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2012
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Fairfield
Fairfield, CT05.2005
Skills
- Adept at Working with Special Needs Children
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Classroom Observation
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Holly Pond School
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher K-8
Side By Side Charter School
08.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Special Education Initial Certification K-12
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Fairfield
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