Celeste Celedon
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective qualified teacher with two decades of experience working in the field of special education with a variety of children of all ages and developmental levels. Goal oriented, versatile, and a dedicated individual who is empathetic, and dedicated to providing excellent service to individuals and their academic development. Seeking a teaching position within a school district who is committed to supporting students and their families with their educational, emotional and social needs within the community.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Greenfield Union School District GFUSD
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with families to support children's developmental growth and progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
- Coordinated with related service providers to ensure seamless delivery of supports for students requiring additional interventions or therapies.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
BCSD
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential-Preliminary
- Enhanced student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Increased parent involvement in the learning process by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Prepared, scheduled and led IEPs to provide right help to meet child's present needs.
- Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in decrease in tantrums in classroom.
Special Education Teacher, MS/ Compton Jr. High
Bakersfield City School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of developmentally delayed students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Substitute Teacher
BCSD/ KCSOS
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Worked with disabled students who have been diagnosed with Intellectually disability, Autism Spectrum disorder, Orthopedic impairments, visually impaired, and emotionally disturbed population.
Preschool Teacher
CAPK Head Start
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using curriculum, classroom games and activities.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Standardized testing consisted of completing DRDP's three times a year through observations, hands- on- learning and planned activities.
- Supervised group of 15 students and two staff members
Service Coordinator
Kern Regional Center
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Managed caseload of up to 80 individuals and their families.
- Communicated with clients and service providers to provide updates on work progress.
- Created annual individualized program plans (IPP) that took into account clients' goals, interests, and his/her areas of need.
Special Education Teacher (OI)
Kern County Superintendent Of Schools
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Created and managed IEP's to define student learning objectives and educational strategies
- Assisted students with their physical limitations by use of MOVE program on a daily basis to practice stretching their extremities.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Paraprofessional Aide
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
10.2003 - 05.2018
- Assist teacher with delivery of curriculum, record data and assist with preparing materials
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Moderate To Severe Credential
California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Child, Adolescent, and Family Studies
California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, Ca06.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
West High School
Bakersfield, Ca06.1994
Skills
- Trained in behavior management/ Professional Assault Crisis Training (Pro-Act)
- Trained on seizure, and G-tubing protocol
- Knowledge of writing and interpreting Individual Education Plans (IEP's)
- Classroom management
- Case Management
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Early Childhood Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Head Start Programs
Certification
- CPR certified
- Pro-Act certification (Crisis behavior training)
- Education Specialist Instruction Credentia
- Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization - Credential
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Greenfield Union School District GFUSD
07.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
BCSD
08.2023 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher, MS/ Compton Jr. High
Bakersfield City School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Preschool Teacher
CAPK Head Start
11.2020 - 11.2021
Service Coordinator
Kern Regional Center
01.2020 - 04.2020
Substitute Teacher
BCSD/ KCSOS
09.2019 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher (OI)
Kern County Superintendent Of Schools
08.2018 - 07.2019
Paraprofessional Aide
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
10.2003 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma - undefined
West High School
Bachelor of Arts - Moderate To Severe Credential
California State University - Bakersfield
Bachelor of Arts - Child, Adolescent, and Family Studies
California State University - Bakersfield