Belinda Lapuz
Aiken,South Carolina United States Of America
Summary
Compassionate and experienced in the field of education with 19 years of expertise as a Special Education, Social Studies, and English Teacher. Employs variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet needs of all students. Enforces classroom rules to encourage positive behavior. Throughout my career, I've honed exceptional communication and coordination skills while diligently working with individuals diagnosed with:
• ADD: Attention Deficit Disorder
• ADHD: Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder
• MID: Mild Intellectual Disability
• MOD: Moderate Intellectual
Disability
• EBD: Emotional and Behavioral
Disorders
• OHI: Other Health Impairments
• ASD: Autism Spectrum Disorder
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher/Case Management Specialist
Aiken County Public School District
Aiken , South Carolina , USA
2023.07 - 2024.06
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
- Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
- Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
Instruction Specialist / Case Manager / SPED Teacher
Richland County School District Two
Columbia , South Carolina, USA
2019.10 - 2023.06
- Managed IEP files and documents to maintain compliance with Special Education Law
- Created and implemented Individualized Education Plans and Behavioral Programs
- Designed and implemented lesson plans, activities, and assessments to ensure the success of a diverse group of students in a Title 1 school, grades K-12
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to both students and parents
- Wrote and presented documents for Individual Education Plan conferences
- Participated in weekly/monthly meetings to analyze data, assess instruction, and plan creative, hands-on lessons to further students' understanding of Math, Reading/Language Arts content, and other general education classes
- Enhanced lessons using Smartboard technology, iPads, and computers
- Encouraged students to be understanding of others
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Coordinated After School Tutoring, Community Outreach, and Transition Planning.
English / Social Science teacher
Bataan Peninsula State University
2005.06 - 2019.10
- Working in accordance with the school's curriculum statement and policies
- Monitoring and assessing a pupil's progress
- Participating in the development of syllabi, materials, and schemes of work
- Actively involved in curriculum review and development
- Teaching within the designated subject areas
- Participating in appropriate meetings with parents
- Planning and preparing appropriate lessons and suitable teaching materials.
SPED Teacher (volunteer)
Orani North Elementary School
2016.01 - 2018.03
- Assess students' skills to determine their needs and develop teaching plans
- Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students
- Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student
- Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student's abilities
- Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
- Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress
- Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress and goals
- Discuss the student's progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators
- Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.
English / Social Studies teacher
Holy Rosary Parochial Institute
2001.06 - 2002.09
- Prepared English lessons from basic to advanced and supervised classes
- Provided tips on rules and guidelines on English grammar and helped them identify parts of speech and sentence structure
- Assessed characteristics of each student and provided personalized instructional program
- Maintained and recorded complete lesson plans, students' details, and test results
- Developed close relationships with students and parents and shared personal opinions on various topics
- Provided textbooks, videos, online lessons, and pronunciation techniques to students.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Management and Leadership -
Universidad de Dagupan
05.2023
Master of Arts in Special Education -
Angeles University Foundation
03.2018
Master in Educational Management in Administration and Supervision -
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
12.2012
Bachelor of Science in Education in Social Studies -
Bataan Peninsula State University
03.2001
Skills
- IEP / Case Management
- Special Education
- Student Evaluations
- Program Development and Evaluation
- Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Curriculum Development
- E-learning
- Skills Development
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Cognitive and Behavioral Development
- Instructional Strategies
- Progress Evaluations
- Student Records Management
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Social Skills Development
- Material Selection
- Competent in Smartboard Technology
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Learning Style Assessments
- Behavior Modifications
- Data Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Job Readiness Training
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Parent Communication
- Motivating Students
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Classroom Management
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention
- Small Group Instruction
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Basic Clerical Knowledge
- Parent Communications
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Scheduling Proficiency
Certification
- Special Education Certification (K-12), State of South Carolina
- Social Studies Certification (K-12), State of South Carolina
- Social Studies Certification (K-12), State of South Carolina
- Professional Teacher Certification, Manila Philippines
- Crisis Prevention Institute- Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training
- Orton Gillingham Certification Training Course- Institute for Multi Sensory Education
- Life Space Crisis Intervention Certification Course
REFERENCES
- Terra Vanderlinden -tlinden@acpsd.net +1 803 641-2580
Aiken County Public School District (Assistant Principal- Millbrook Elementary School)
- Jacqueline Osteen - jkuney@acpsd.net +1 803 641-2580
Aiken County Public School District / Millbrook Elementary School
- Jeff Temoney- jtemoney@richland2.org +1 803 699-3500 ext. 69065
Richland School District Two ( Principal - Spring Valley High School )
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Case Management Specialist
Aiken County Public School District
2023.07 - 2024.06
Instruction Specialist / Case Manager / SPED Teacher
Richland County School District Two
2019.10 - 2023.06
SPED Teacher (volunteer)
Orani North Elementary School
2016.01 - 2018.03
English / Social Science teacher
Bataan Peninsula State University
2005.06 - 2019.10
English / Social Studies teacher
Holy Rosary Parochial Institute
2001.06 - 2002.09
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Management and Leadership -
Universidad de Dagupan
Master of Arts in Special Education -
Angeles University Foundation
Master in Educational Management in Administration and Supervision -
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Bachelor of Science in Education in Social Studies -
Bataan Peninsula State University
- Special Education Certification (K-12), State of South Carolina
- Social Studies Certification (K-12), State of South Carolina
- Social Studies Certification (K-12), State of South Carolina
- Professional Teacher Certification, Manila Philippines
- Crisis Prevention Institute- Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training
- Orton Gillingham Certification Training Course- Institute for Multi Sensory Education
- Life Space Crisis Intervention Certification Course
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