ALYSSA PALOMEQUE
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Early Childhood Special Education teacher with experience designing and implementing individualized, developmentally appropriate instruction for preschool students with disabilities. Skilled in IEP development, data-driven instruction, behavior support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to fostering inclusive, supportive learning environments that promote student growth across developmental domains.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Cajon Valley Unified School District
San Diego, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Design and implement standards-aligned, developmentally appropriate curriculum for an inclusive preschool classroom serving students with and without IEPs
- Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of developmental levels, ensuring access to curriculum for both general education and special education students
- Utilize visual supports including daily and individual visual schedules, communication boards, first-then visuals, and routine-based visual systems (e.g., handwashing, bathroom routines) to promote independence and engagement
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs, ensuring compliance with IDEA and district guidelines
- Collect and analyze data on student progress to inform instructional decisions and adjust interventions
- Lead and supervise a team of classroom assistants, providing training in instructional strategies and behavior supports
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (SLP, OT, PT, psychologists) to support student outcomes
- Facilitate and lead IEP meetings with families, clearly communicating progress and goals
- Implement positive behavior intervention strategies to support social-emotional development
Youth Development Teacher
Mission Valley YMCA
San Diego, CA
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Created structured, supportive environments promoting social-emotional and academic development
- Assisted students with foundational academic skills (literacy and math readiness)
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support diverse learners
- Ensured student safety and responded to emergencies using first aid procedures
- Planned and facilitated engaging, developmentally appropriate activities
- Built strong relationships with families to support student development and communication
Summer Daycare Counselor
Sonrise Christian School
Covina, CA
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Supervised and supported children in a safe, structured, and engaging environment
- Planned and led group activities supporting social, physical, and cognitive development
- Built strong relationships with families through consistent communication
- Modeled positive behavior and mentorship for young children
Education
Preliminary Credential - Early Childhood Special Education
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2024
Bachelor’s Degree - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Upland Christian Academy
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05-2018
Skills
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): development, implementation, and progress monitoring
- Data collection and progress reporting aligned with IEP goals
- Evidence-based instructional strategies (differentiated instruction, scaffolding, visual supports)
- Classroom and behavior management (positive behavior supports, reinforcement systems)
- Collaboration with related service providers (SLP, OT, PT, school psychologists)
- Family communication and IEP meeting facilitation
- Early childhood development (ages 3–5)
- Inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices
Timeline
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Cajon Valley Unified School District
01.2023 - Current
Youth Development Teacher
Mission Valley YMCA
11.2019 - 08.2022
Summer Daycare Counselor
Sonrise Christian School
06.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Liberal Studies
San Diego State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Upland Christian Academy
Preliminary Credential - Early Childhood Special Education
San Diego State University