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Alma Venegas

San Diego,CA

Summary

Accomplished Education Specialist with 14 years of expertise in guiding child development by serving as inspirational figure and encouraging role model to students with diverse needs. Expert in leading and supporting children overcoming challenges by continually assessing students formally and informally, identifying behavior issues and adapting lessons in creative ways to highlight learning strengths. Committed to providing orderly atmosphere, calm environment, safety and structure in classroom while teaching children how to adapt to surroundings.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Specialist II

San Diego Unified School District
San Diego, CA
03.2008 - 01.2021

Taught and managed students individually or in a group.

  • Met with parents and guardians to assist in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavior standards.
  • Conducted conferences with parents and students to review progress, adjust academic plans and renew enrollments.
  • Worked with K-12 students to support educational success, learning and achievement.
  • Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

San Diego Unified School District
San Diego, CA
02.2001 - 06.2008

Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.

  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

National University
San Diego, CA
01.2012

Special Education Teaching/Multiple Subject -

Cal State San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
03.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
09.1993

Skills

  • Curriculum coordination
  • Smart Classroom master
  • Diversity specialist
  • IEP expertise

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Education Specialist II

San Diego Unified School District
03.2008 - 01.2021

Substitute Teacher, K-12

San Diego Unified School District
02.2001 - 06.2008

Master of Arts - Special Education

National University

Special Education Teaching/Multiple Subject -

Cal State San Marcos

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

UCLA
Alma Venegas