Arlette Medina
Gainesville,VA
Summary
Innovative leader offering outstanding team leadership, program development, presentation, communication, cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary skills. High-energy, results-oriented leader with an entrepreneurial attitude. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher and Specialty Program Coordinator
Prince William County Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Special Education Teacher
Prince William County Schools
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Instituted leadership teams to initiate data sharing and common system-wide program development.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Wrote Professional Development Plan to establish multi-year outcomes and goals.
Special Education Department Chair
Prince William County Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated special education services through collaboration and consultation.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Evaluated individualized programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Worked with students to improve behaviors and academic performance.
- Collaborated with middle schools to coordinate transition services aligned with students needs.
- Supported teachers in their teaching process, professional development, and problem solving of different situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Special Education Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Secondary Academic Supervisor
Emadrian Bilingual School
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty, and students.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff, and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
Special Education Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
08.2006 - 02.2013
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Special Education District Supervisor
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
02.2006 - 06.2006
- Supervised and supported 34 schools, 154 teachers, and over 5,000 students.
- Diminished special education parents state complaints from 100 to less than 30.
- Created a program to help self-contained special education students graduate with a High School Diploma, which were not able to do previously.
- Supervised a team of 154 staff members.
- Helped teachers with administrative and teaching needs.
- Created uniform protocols for CAT II, facilitating referral procedures.
Special Education Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
08.2000 - 02.2006
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Elementary School English Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
11.1999 - 05.2000
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration/Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2022
Doctorate of Education - Curriculum, Learning, And Teaching in Special Educ
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, PR06.2013
Certificate (Endorsement) - Chemistry And Physics
Universidad De Puerto Rico
San Juan, PR06.2012
Master of Education - Curriculum And Teaching
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, PR06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, PR06.2000
Skills
- Leadership/communication skills
- Organizational restructure and change
- Employee relations
- Design-thinking
- Creative problem solving/innovation
- Customer-oriented
- Team Leadership
Accomplishments
Operations Management:
- As Special Education District Supervisor, I supervised and supported 34 schools, 154 teachers, and over 5,000 students.
- Diminished special education parents state complaints from 100 to less than 30.
- Created a program to help self-contained special education students graduate with a High School Diploma, which they were not able to so previously.
- Supervised team of 154 staff members.
Affiliations
- Member of The School Superintendents Association
- Members of Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
Skills
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Instructional leadership
- Experience in differentiated instruction
- Data analysis
- Work with remediation and improvement of standardized scores
- Work with Special Education Leadership
Certifications
- Special Education K-12
- Spanish K-12
- Algebra I
- Physics
- Administration and Supervision
Timeline
Spanish Teacher and Specialty Program Coordinator
Prince William County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Prince William County Schools
08.2021 - 06.2022
Special Education Teacher
Prince William County Schools
08.2017 - 08.2022
Special Education Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
08.2014 - 06.2017
Secondary Academic Supervisor
Emadrian Bilingual School
02.2013 - 05.2014
Special Education Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
08.2006 - 02.2013
Special Education District Supervisor
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
02.2006 - 06.2006
Special Education Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
08.2000 - 02.2006
Elementary School English Teacher
Departamento De Educación De Puerto Rico
11.1999 - 05.2000
Master of Arts - Educational Administration/Leadership
Liberty University
Doctorate of Education - Curriculum, Learning, And Teaching in Special Educ
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Certificate (Endorsement) - Chemistry And Physics
Universidad De Puerto Rico
Master of Education - Curriculum And Teaching
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo