Angelica Ortiz
Parsippany,NJ
Summary
Skilled Instructional Support Teacher with background in facilitating student learning across various educational environments. Strengths include designing effective learning materials, utilizing innovative teaching strategies and providing individualized support to students. Previous roles demonstrate consistent success in fostering positive learning communities and enhancing student engagement. Dedicated professional with passion for working with children at multiple grade levels. Highly proficient in leading recreational and educational activities when providing head teachers support in all aspects of classroom management. Accomplished in building long-lasting relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Support Teacher
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Provide individualized and small group instruction to students with diverse needs.
- Collaborate with General Education teachers, Special Education staff, and other professionals to develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEPs), lesson plans, and interventions that ensure student success.
- Organize and conduct morning Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to all staff members.
- Implement district informal and formal assessments to identify student strengths, weaknesses, and learning gaps.
- Modify curriculum and materials to meet the specific needs of students as stated in IEPs.
- Turnkey district information to staff members during monthly meetings.
- Monitor students’ progress, analyze data, and provide feedback to teachers and students to improve instruction.
- Foster open communication with parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure a collaborative approach to support student growth and address any concerns.
- Provide support for students with behavioral challenges, using strategies such as positive reinforcement and behavior management techniques.
- Stay current with best practices in special education and participate in ongoing professional development.
- Develop reports for the school, district and the New Jersey State department.
- Contribute as a member to various committees such as of the School Improvement, Social Climate, Data Team, School Leadership, playing a key role in shaping school community and promoting continuous improvements.
Special Education Teacher/Contact Teacher
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2002 - 01.2023
- Taught lessons in all subject areas.
- Prepared daily lesson plans.
- Integrated multiple instructional strategies.
- Developed and wrote an Individual Education Plan (I.E.P).
- Also attended I.E.P. and annual review meetings.
- Maintained records and effective plans that mastered each child’s goals and objectives.
- Integrated multiple instructional strategies and modifications to effectively meet each child’s individual needs.
- Created Small Group Reading Instructions based upon Orton-Gillingham methodology teaching reading from beginning letter and sound recognition through most phonograms.
- Provided both General and Special Ed students with remedial Reading/Math interventions and intermediate/advanced instruction.
- Supervised the study habits and performance of each child in both least restrictive to most restrictive environments for students with disabilities in education, as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Advocated for students' rights and ensured they receive appropriate educational services.
- Turnkey district information to staff members during monthly meetings.
- Collaborated with families and other professionals to develop and implement IEPs, legally mandated documents outlining a student's educational goals and services.
Head Teacher, Title-1 Extended Year Summer School
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Developed a curriculum aligned with New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and program design.
- Assist students with special needs and English as a Second Language in getting educational aid.
- Ensured a safe environment for all students, teachers and staff members.
- Schedule school meetings and discuss events.
- Managed school resources by hiring or training new staff, drafting a budget, managing timesheets, and handling payroll, making improvements to ensure the success of the school, program, and student’s educational growth.
Head Teacher, After School Program
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Supervised teachers and students in the after-school program.
- Used standardized and informal testing scores to prepare an effective plan to improve test scores and academic performance.
- Coordinated classroom activities and schedules for the program.
- Maintain a disciplined academic atmosphere.
- Responsible for the following management: Teachers’ activity planning, enrollment, records of students, payroll, monthly progress reports, and created reports from data collection for the Board of education.
Education
M.A. - Urban Education/Administration and Supervision
New Jersey City University
NJ01.2015
Supervision Program -
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ01.2011
M.A. - Special Education
New Jersey City University
NJ01.2007
B.A. - Psychology and Elementary Education
New Jersey City University
NJ01.1999
High School Diploma -
James J Ferris High School
Jersey City, NJ01.1992
Skills
- Curriculum modification
- IEP development
- Data analysis
- Behavior management
- Professional development
- Collaboration with educators
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Educational interventions
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Program coordination
- Instructional leadership
- Learning disability support
- Student needs support
- Teacher collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom support
- Collaborative teaching
- Evidence-based program use
- Faculty support
- Project-based learning
- Cooperative learning
- Summative assessment
- Special education
- Data-driven instruction
- Visual learning strategies
- Friendly and outgoing
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Instructional Support Teacher
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Head Teacher, Title-1 Extended Year Summer School
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2009 - 01.2017
Head Teacher, After School Program
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2017
Special Education Teacher/Contact Teacher
P.S. # 11 Jersey City Public Schools
01.2002 - 01.2023
M.A. - Urban Education/Administration and Supervision
New Jersey City University
Supervision Program -
New Jersey City University
M.A. - Special Education
New Jersey City University
B.A. - Psychology and Elementary Education
New Jersey City University
High School Diploma -
James J Ferris High School
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