Celina Salgado
Educator
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Virtual Special Education Teacher and Coordinator adept at addressing individual student needs in both academic and emotional aspects. Committed to designing and implementing engaging, accessible lessons that cater to a spectrum of learning abilities, demonstrating empathy and accommodation. Proven ability to excel in team-based efforts, employing continuous communication, patience, and positive reinforcement. Experience in delivering educational tools that foster academic achievement. Enthusiastic about creating innovative, collaborative curricula and programs for students with disabilities. Demonstrated abilities in streamlining processes, ensuring compliance, analyzing data, and uniting stakeholders to attain educational outcomes in a collaborative environment. Proficient in popular Learning Management System (LMS) applications and adept at transforming non-digital curriculum into digital, accessible formats. Proven expertise in constructing functional virtual school ecosystems.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Maxim Staffing Solutions
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Proficient in using technology, such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), digital whiteboards, educational software, video conferencing platforms, and digital communication tools.
- Troubleshoot basic technical issues with PCs, Chromebook’s, and Apple Devices
- Adapted to new technologies and teaching methods, adept and knowledgeable about trends in Edtech
- Designed courses and materials that are effective in an online format.
- Managed multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously to meet the diverse needs students.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Worked independently
- Assessed student progress, provided meaningful feedback, and adjusted teaching strategies as necessary in an online environment
- Engaged students and fostered a sense of community in an online environment by creating interactive activities, encouraging student participation, and providing timely responses to student queries
- Provided professional development on the principles of effective online instruction, such as active learning, feedback, learner interaction, and real-world applications, data analysis, LMS and educational software integrations, and special education instruction, best practices, and compliance.
- Development and Implementation of Continuous Improvement Plans
- Development of SOPs, Procedural and Training Documentation
Exceptional Student Services Teacher
Dysart Unified School District
Surprise, AZ
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Exceptional student services, dysart Unified School District.
- Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment.
- Design and implement educational strategies and techniques to improve student outcomes and meet diverse needs.
- Modify curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Develop and implement Life Skills and Career Readiness curriculum for disabled students.
- Partner with community stakeholders to provide opportunities for community education and employment for individuals with disabilities.
- Facilitate meetings with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other service agencies to develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
- Develop and deliver professional learning and development for peers.
- Identify children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare and deliver instruction designed to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
Family Engagement Coordinator
Dysart Unified School District
El Mirage, AZ
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Special Education Teacher
Washington Elementary School District
Phoenix, AZ
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Taught a diverse student population in the mild-moderate range in an innovative model of integrated Resource and Self-Contained classes for 7th and 8th grade students.
- Developed Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), conducted academic evaluations.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students
- 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
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on applied behavior analysis
Reading & Technology Education Program Coordinator
Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, IN
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Administrated Title I Reading program.
- Assisted and coached staff in interpreting students’ needs and progress in reading.
- Provided research-based strategy recommendations and professional development.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction to classes of Tier 2, 3 and 4 reading students.
- Developed Technology Classes and Programming for Longfellow Tech Magnet School Additional work experience available upon request.
- Facilitated tech instruction through continuous support, training classes, webinars, improvements and communication of system changes.
- Played key role in on-going network design, reevaluation and optimization to keep pace with company growth.
Archaeology Education Developer (Intern)
Indiana State Museum
Indianapolis, IN
01.2008 - 09.2008
- Conducted primary research on state archeological sites and projects.
- Made recommendations for the development of archaeology curriculum.
- Partnered with local schools to raise awareness of, and increase participation in, the State Archaeology Education Program Field Archaeologist (Student), Cultural Resource Management, Indianapolis University-Purdue University 2007.
- Conducted urban archaeological research and field studies.
- Community Outreach.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to aid in the preservation of a historic school building and creation of a Medical Magnet School (Crispus Attucks High School, Indianapolis, IN) Manager, (General, Logistics, Customer Service, Merchandising, New Store Hiring and Training Specialist.
Manager
Gap, Inc
Multiple Cities, NC, CA, IN
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Experienced across various management roles including customer service, merchandising, logistics, and general manager.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations.
- Reduced corporate risk by managing shrink processes and controlling inventory levels.
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
- Planned and executed engaging retail training sessions and other store-based educational events.
- Educated multi-level retail associates about product attributes and benefits.
- Developed cost-effective methods of training program coordination in diverse geographic locations.
- Managed project performance to achieve goals while adhering to timelines and budgets.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 08.2014 - 08.2016
Certified Paralegal - Paralegal Studies
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN 08.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN 08.2006 - 12.2008
Certificate - Arabic (MSA)
Defense Language Institute
Monterey, CA 10.1996 - 03.1998
Skills
Instructional Design
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Maxim Staffing Solutions
08.2021 - 06.2023
Family Engagement Coordinator
Dysart Unified School District
08.2020 - 05.2021
Exceptional Student Services Teacher
Dysart Unified School District
08.2015 - 08.2021
Special Education Teacher
Washington Elementary School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
Master of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
08.2014 - 08.2016
Reading & Technology Education Program Coordinator
Indianapolis Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2013
Certified Paralegal - Paralegal Studies
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
08.2011 - 05.2012
Archaeology Education Developer (Intern)
Indiana State Museum
01.2008 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
08.2006 - 12.2008
Manager
Gap, Inc
01.2000 - 01.2008
Certificate - Arabic (MSA)
Defense Language Institute
10.1996 - 03.1998
Additional Information
United States States Air Force
Cryptologic Linguist Arabic
TS/SCI (Inactive) 1996-1999
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