Amber Aquin
Saugus,CA
Summary
Dedicated and reliable teacher with a master's degree in education and a strong desire to help individuals with special needs be successful. Exceptional at forming positive professional relationships and works very well with a team to achieve common goals. Over 14 years of experience with class instruction and special education caseload management. Confident in the ability to participate in online meetings and eager to fully step into the virtual world of education.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Co-Chair
Saugus High School
2022.08 - Current
- Assist in interviewing and hiring of new teachers and support staff
- Schedule and place support staff within department
- Maintain accurate caseloads for 14 special education teachers and over 300 special education students
- Attend district meetings and disseminate information to special education staff.
Special Education Teacher
Saugus High School
2009.07 - Current
- Provided academic instruction to students with various disabilities receiving special education services
- Develop, implement, and monitor student’s progress on their individual education programs (IEP)
- Collaborate with both general education and special education teachers to facilitate student success
- Utilize online learning and educational tools to supplement student learning.
Academic Tutor
CSU Channel Islands
- 2008.12
- Provided monitoring and progress of student learning
- Assessed student learning of sight words, reading fluency, and reading comprehension.
Paraprofessional
Thousand Oaks High School
- 2008.06
- Provided one-on-one support to a student who was blind
- Helped students visualize concepts using tactile drawing tools
- Read non-braille texts and explained visuals to enhance academic instruction
- Provided supplemental instruction and clarification on all academic subjects
- Aided teacher with grading and clerical work.
Paraprofessional
Saugus High School
2002.10 - 2005.12
- Provided one-on-one support to a student who was blind
- Helped students visualize concepts using tactile drawing tools
- Read non-braille texts and explained visuals to enhance academic instruction
- Provided supplemental instruction and clarification on all academic subjects
- Aided teacher with grading and clerical work.
Volleyball Coach
Saugus High School
2022 - 2023
- Instructed athletes on proper technique, form, tactics, and strategy of volleyball.
- Developed drills to improve team's offensive and defensive skills.
- Motivated players to reach their maximum potential by providing positive reinforcement.
- Encouraged sportsmanship among all members of the team in both practices and games.
- Collaborated with academic advisors regarding athlete eligibility requirements.
Education
Master of Arts in Special Education -
National University
01.2014
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies -
CSU at Channel Islands
05.2009
Skills
- Meeting Facilitation
- Staff Management
- Departmental Coordination
- Progress Evaluations
- Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Parent Communication
- Data Management
- Team Collaboration
- Small Group Instruction
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating Students
Credentials And Authorizations
Educational Specialist Credential: Mild/Moderate
English Language Learner Authorization
Autism Spectrum Disorder Authorization
Awards
Teacher of the Year, Saugus High School, 2013
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Department Co-Chair
Saugus High School
2022.08 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Saugus High School
2009.07 - Current
Paraprofessional
Saugus High School
2002.10 - 2005.12
Academic Tutor
CSU Channel Islands
- 2008.12
Paraprofessional
Thousand Oaks High School
- 2008.06
Volleyball Coach
Saugus High School
2022 - 2023
Master of Arts in Special Education -
National University
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies -
CSU at Channel Islands
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