Blake Hamura

Assisted school administration and teachers in keeping in meeting the 17 IDEA indicators monitored by the Monitoring and Compliance Office.

Represented and supported the Complex Area Superintendent and District Educational Specialist in several Due Process Requests, including settlement agreements and impartial hearings.

learned various evidence-based and promising practices and programs. Coached and supported implementation with fidelity checks.

Helped teachers collect literacy, writing, and math curriculum-based measurements to help determine baselines and progress-monitor.

• Enhanced students'' communication skills by implementing group activities and collaborative projects.
• Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
• Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
• Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
• Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
• Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.

• Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
• Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.
• Promoted collaboration among students with group activities and peer review sessions, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Increased parent involvement in the educational process by maintaining open lines of communication and offering resources for home support.

• Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
• Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.

• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Taught U.S. History to 8th Graders