Caroleena Ramirez
Summary
Experienced educator dedicated to nurturing the unique needs of each student, fostering academic and social-emotional growth. Skilled in creating inclusive and engaging hands-on lessons for diverse learning styles. Committed to fostering open communication and a supportive learning environment that empowers students to succeed. Passionate about collaborating with colleagues to develop effective educational strategies for student achievement and holistic development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
North East Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Austin Independent School District
05.2023 - Current
- Create and manage Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to address the unique academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of diverse learners. Collaboratively formulating Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statements, setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals, and establishing a detailed schedule of services and accommodations.
- Design and implement individualized data sheets tailored to track the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional progress of each student on my caseload.
- Deliver systematic, differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
- Foster strong relationships and trust with students, to create a safe learning environment where students can take risks academically and social-emotionally.
- Coordinate regular meetings and staffings facilitating data-driven discussions and decision-making processes to support student success.
- Facilitate ongoing two-way communication with parents/guardians regarding students' progress on goals, growth, and achievements in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records including student performance, growth, attendance, and Individualized Education Plan objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
- Implement behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation.
- Implement individualized goal-setting techniques tailored to students' unique abilities and needs, empowering them to take ownership of their learning and personal growth.
- Utilize restorative practices and conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral challenges and promote positive peer interactions within the classroom.
- Facilitate open communication and collaboration between special education team members, general education teachers, administrators, and support staff to exchange insights, share resources, and coordinate instructional strategies.
- Integrate growth mindset activities and discussions into the curriculum, helping students develop a growth-oriented approach to learning and problem-solving that extends beyond the classroom.
Second Grade Teacher
Austin Independent School District
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Fostered a welcoming and inclusive community of learners, by establishing clear expectations, routines and rituals to promote a sense of belonging among students.
- Cultivated a warm and supportive classroom environment where students feel like valued members of a close-knit family, fostering a sense of belonging and trust among peers.
- Provided clear, systematic and engaging classroom instruction.
- Facilitated learning through whole group and small instruction differentiated based on formal data.
- Leveraged culturally responsive pedagogy to reach all students.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, based off formative assessment data ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Fostered positive partnerships with parents to meaningfully involve families in educational processes.
- Utilized ongoing formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and lesson planning.
- Fostered a culture of mutual respect, kindness, and empathy through modeling positive behavior and reinforcing core values, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment where all students feel accepted and supported.
- Modeled positive relationships and conflict resolution strategies, guiding students in resolving conflicts peacefully and building strong interpersonal connections within the classroom family.
- Celebrated achievements, milestones, and special occasions as a classroom family, reinforcing a sense of pride, unity, and belonging among students.
- Integrated growth mindset activities and discussions into the curriculum, helping students develop a growth-oriented approach to learning and problem-solving that extends beyond the classroom.
- Implemented goal-setting techniques tailored to students' developmental levels, empowering them to set and track progress towards academic, personal, and behavioral goals.
Mentor Teacher
The University Of Texas At Austin
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided a gradual introduction to the teaching process by modeling appropriate planning and teaching, and reflective practices for intern II students.
- Provided actionable feedback on instructional practices and classroom management techniques.
- Modeled methods and resources for developing sequential and integrated daily lesson plans based on data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development
The University of Texas At Austin
05.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Developing Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Individualized Education Plans
- Cultural Awareness
- Progress Monitoring
- Communication
- Patience
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
Accomplishments
- Bachelors of Science in Applied Human Learning and Development K-6th Generalist-2020
- English as a Second Language Supplemental Certification-2020
- "Teacher of Promise" Baldwin Elementary- 2020
- Texas Reading Academies Certification- 2022
- University of Texas at Austin Cooperating Teacher- 2022
- Special Education Supplemental Certification- 2023
- Reading by Design Structured Literacy Certification- 2023
- Crisis Prevention Institute Certification- 2024
References
Jennifer Murray
jennifer.murray@austinisd.org
512-657-5833
Alexandra Hassett
alexandra.hassett@austinisd.org
210-861-9312
Amber Reue
amber.reue@austinisd.org
512-393-1384
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
North East Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Resource Teacher
Austin Independent School District
05.2023 - Current
Mentor Teacher
The University Of Texas At Austin
04.2022 - 11.2022
Second Grade Teacher
Austin Independent School District
08.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development
The University of Texas At Austin
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