Arleny Lopez
Riverside,CA
Summary
- Dedicated and responsive teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Well-rounded and compassionate
- Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
Jurupa Valley, CA
08.2016 - Current
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
- Proctored standardized tests by adhering to strict requirements while completing student records.
Education Specialist
Jurupa Unified School District
Jurupa Valley, CA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented comprehensive educational programs for students with special needs.
- Provided individualized instruction to students in a variety of settings.
- Assisted teachers in the implementation of Individual Education Plans.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents, teachers, and other stakeholders.
- Conducted assessments to determine appropriate instructional strategies for each student.
- Collaborated with school administrators, counselors, and other professionals to ensure best practices were being followed.
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum standards and objectives.
- Engaged students through activities designed to promote active learning experiences.
- Facilitated small group discussion sessions that encouraged critical thinking skills.
Student Teacher
Cypress Elementary School
San Bernardino, CA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Supervised children in classroom, on playground and during brief teacher absences.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Worked one-on-one with struggling students to raise GPAs.
- Worked with mentor teacher to plan instructional goals and lesson activities covering required topics.
Front Desk Receptionist
VM Dental Group
Riverside, CA
05.2011 - 08.2016
- Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Greeted incoming patients and verified paperwork to manage smooth intake processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05.2016
Master of Science - Special Education
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05.2022
Skills
- Behavior modeling
- Multitasking
- Planning
- Teaching, tutoring and counseling
- Group teaching ability
- Lesson planning
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Education Specialist
Jurupa Unified School District
01.2022 - 05.2022
Student Teacher
Cypress Elementary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Substitute Teacher
Jurupa Unified School District
08.2016 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
VM Dental Group
05.2011 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
California Baptist University
Master of Science - Special Education
California Baptist University