CHRISTINE CARLOS-QUIGGINS
San Jose,CA
Summary
Self-directed and enthusiastic educator with a passionate commitment to student development and meaningful learning experiences. Nineteen years of extensive teaching experience in designing and optimizing engaging, differentiated curricula that meet the diverse needs of students. Skilled in creating challenging, enriching, and innovative learning activities that foster academic growth and personal development.
Accomplished in establishing inclusive and stimulating environments that empower students with special needs to develop their strengths and achieve success. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work closely with parents and IEP team members to ensure student progress and goal alignment. Skilled in training, mentoring, and managing instructional aides to effectively support individualized student learning. Experienced in implementing effective behavior management strategies to promote a positive and structured classroom environment that fosters student engagement and success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Specialist ( SDC/ RSP)
Saratoga Union School District
Saratoga, California
01.2016 - Current
- Develops and implements an individualized plan (IEP) for each special education student.
- Identifies and implements goals tailored to the student's individual needs and abilities.
- Coordinates and collaborates with the principal, general education teachers, parents, and other service providers, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, etc.
- Utilize diverse techniques to promote active learning, including individualized instruction and small group instruction.
- Manage and guide instructional assistants on effective work strategies with students who have special needs.
- Teaches and integrates technology in the curriculum and daily lessons
- Maintains consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events
- Adapts instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Establishes and maintains dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support student progress
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans
Resource Specialist / Special Education Teacher
Cupertino Union School District
Cupertino
01.2007 - 06.2016
- Provided direct instruction in the academic areas to resource specialist program students on a one-on-one or small group basis in the resource room or the regular classroom.
- Monitored students' progress on a regular basis, participating in the review and revision of the IEP programs as appropriate.
- Identified and assessed the behavior patterns in students.
- Utilized evaluation data for the modification of instruction and curriculum.
- Applied effective classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated referral and assessment procedures.
- Assisted in the coordination of the individualized education program meetings.
- Conducted assessments of resources to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Volunteer Special Education Teacher
Franklin D. Roosevelt Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School District
01.2007
- Assisted the lead teacher in preparing and implementing daily activities
- Designed and Implemented small group activities to enhance both expressive and receptive language of each child
Education
Level II Mild Moderate and Moderate/ Severe Disabilities Teaching Credential -
National University
California, USA01.2012
MA - Special Education
University of the Philippines
Philippines01.2006
BA - Psychology
De La Salle University
Philippines01.1998
Skills
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Excellent classroom management
- Assessment strategies
- Transition planning
- Behavior modification
- Progress evaluations
- Scheduling proficiency
- Collaborative teamwork
- Evidence-based assessment
- Literacy intervention
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Inclusion strategies
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Kami Certified Educator, 01/01/20
- Digital Educator Certification, 01/01/14
- Clear Level II Education Specialist Instruction Credential Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Disabilities, 01/01/07
- Clear Cross Cultural, Language and Academic Development, 01/01/11
- Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Instruction Credential - CA
- Completed and Passed CBEST, 01/01/07
- Completed and Passed CSET, 01/01/08
- Completed and Passed RICA, 01/01/10
- Passed Licensure Exam for Teachers, Philippines, 01/01/04
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Education Specialist ( SDC/ RSP)
Saratoga Union School District
01.2016 - Current
Resource Specialist / Special Education Teacher
Cupertino Union School District
01.2007 - 06.2016
Volunteer Special Education Teacher
Franklin D. Roosevelt Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School District
01.2007
Level II Mild Moderate and Moderate/ Severe Disabilities Teaching Credential -
National University
MA - Special Education
University of the Philippines
BA - Psychology
De La Salle University
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