Charlotte Alvarez
The Bronx,US
Summary
Dedicated special education professional with 12 years of experience supporting diverse learners in achieving their academic and personal goals. Skilled in developing individualized education plans (IEPs) and employing tailored instructional strategies that cater to varied learning styles and needs. Experienced with utilizing assistive technology and multi-sensory approaches to enhance understanding of complex concepts, particularly in math. I am proficient in creating inclusive classroom environments that foster engagement, confidence, and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Provider - Certified Birth- Grade 12
Special Education Teaching Support Services
08.2022 - Current
- Create and administer assessments to evaluate individual student’s instructional, communication, organizational and behavioral skills
- Use formal and informal data to differentiate activities to meet each students individual needs and learning goals
- Monitored student progress and provided timely feedback on performance reports to assist with goal-setting
Special Education - MS Math/ Grade Team Leader
The American Dream Middle School
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Planned collaboratively with Co-teacher to create bilingual and differentiated Math instruction
- Increased students proficient in NY State math test scores through focused exam preparation utilizing online platforms, and study groups for additional support and different perspectives on problem-solving
- Used formal and informal data to differentiate activities to meet each students individual needs and learning goals
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
American Language Village
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Provide instruction to English language learners using real-life context to enhance vocabulary acquisition.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
LAL English Language Centre
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Prepare and teach dynamic and communicative lessons across a range of levels to multinational classes comprising students aged 13 – 20 years.
Lead Teacher - 3rd Grade/ Team Leader
Girls Preparatory Charter School of the Bronx
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Provide instructional and administrative leadership to the teaching staff
- Facilitate Grade Team Meetings to collaboratively identify problems in academic performance and recommend and implement solutions in a timely manner
- Drive academic outcomes by analyzing data, studying student work, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure growth for all students.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
City College of New York
New York, NY2018
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Hunter College
New York, NY2012
Skills
- Spanish Fluency
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Curriculum Development
- Online Instruction
- Literacy development
- IEP planning
- Algebra
Community Organizer
Co-Founder of Mott Haven Fridge
Timeline
Independent Provider - Certified Birth- Grade 12
Special Education Teaching Support Services
08.2022 - Current
Special Education - MS Math/ Grade Team Leader
The American Dream Middle School
05.2019 - 08.2022
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
American Language Village
01.2018 - 07.2018
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
LAL English Language Centre
07.2017 - 08.2017
Lead Teacher - 3rd Grade/ Team Leader
Girls Preparatory Charter School of the Bronx
08.2012 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Special Education
City College of New York
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Hunter College
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