Brandi Mendoza
San Antonio
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong background at NISD, specializing in developing tailored IEPs and fostering positive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management and empathetic communication, I successfully enhanced student engagement and progress through innovative lesson planning and collaborative strategies, ensuring every child reaches their full potential.
Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
NISD
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Fostered independence in students by encouraging self-help skills and personal responsibility.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
- Maintained detailed records of students' progress and behavior, providing valuable feedback to parents and staff.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives by collaborating with colleagues on curriculum development, professional development, and other projects.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
Special Education Teacher
NISD
03.1995 - 06.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Developed and executed behavioral intervention plans, leading to decrease in disruptive behaviors and increase in classroom participation.
- Guided students through transition planning processes, preparing them for post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Arts And Sciences - Education
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05-2009
Skills
- Classroom management
- Classroom organization
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Age-appropriate assessment
- Parent communication
- Behavior management
- Social-emotional learning
- Social skill building
- Empathy and compassion
- Certified in early childhood education
- Early numeracy
- Observational skills
- Play-based learning approaches
- Calm and patient
- Strong work ethic and dependable
- Organizational and planning skills
- Collaborative and Team-oriented
- Communicating with parents and teachers
- Curriculum implementation
- Student behavior and progress reporting
- Parent-teacher conferences
- Safety monitoring and management
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
NISD
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
NISD
03.1995 - 06.2023
Bachelor's Degree in Arts And Sciences - Education
Texas State University
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