David Martin
Mililani,HI
Summary
- Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
- Experienced with creating and implementing tailored education plans that address diverse student needs. Utilizes collaborative strategies to work effectively with teachers, parents, and support staff. Knowledge of best practices in special education and resource management to ensure optimal student development.
- Special education professional prepared to apply extensive experience in developing and managing individualized education plans to foster student success. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with educators and parents to ensure comprehensive support and positive outcomes. Reliable and flexible team player with commitment to adapting to evolving needs of students.
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Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
DISTRICT Special Education Resource Teacher
Hawaii State Department of Education
Nanakuli-Waianae Complex, Leeward District
2023 - Current
- Coordinates professional development workshops for educators on special education best practices.
- Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss students'' needs, share insights, and develop effective intervention plans aligned with their unique strengths and challenges.
- Continually pursues professional growth opportunities through conferences, webinars, and coursework to remain current on trends in special education pedagogy and best practices.
- Leads professional development workshops on special education best practices for fellow staff members, enhancing overall teaching quality within the school community.
- Mentors new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Provides professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Provides supportive leadership to parents, local school administrators, and teachers in their efforts to ensure a free and appropriate public education to disabled students, ages three(3) to twenty-two (22), in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (I.D.E.A.).
- Possesses in-depth knowledge of Special Education laws and procedures.
- Develops training activities to address various aspects of I.D.E.A. compliance for teachers and Educational Assistants (EAs).
- Attends I.E.P. meetings when requested to ensure compliance with I.D.E.A. law.
- Trains new Student Services Coordinators(SSCs) and Special Education teacher in all areas of I.D.E.A. compliance.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Solomon Elementary
Wahiawa, HI
2020 - 2022
- Created and managed I.D.E.A.-compliant IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support student goals.
- Taught students across multiple special-need classifications and degrees.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Supported students with moderate to severe autism to Increase their life skills.
- Organized classroom instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and modify interventions.
- Designed and executed specialized curriculum activities tailored for early childhood learners.
- Fostered positive relationships with families to promote student development and well-being.
- Developed I.D.E.A.-compliant individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis, driving improvements in instructional methods.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Created and managed I.D.E.A.-compliant IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Student Services Coordinator
Solomon Elementary
Wahiawa, HI
2008 - 2020
- Point of contact for all incoming/out of state IEP’s until Hawaii eligibility is determined .
- Handled the eligibility decision in ECSSS for initial evaluations
- Handled all Department of Health Early Intervention referrals up to eligibility.
- SSC office scheduled all initial SFT’s and initial eligibilities
- Sent home FAPE letters for all students who are on homeschool status
- Administered Standardized Academic Assessments for preschool up to grade 5 as part of an initial or re-evalution.
- Mentored new special education teachers to the school by providing support and training.
- Maintained compliance with state and district reports and deadlines
- Maintained confidential student records while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
- Collaborated with faculty to identify at-risk students and facilitate appropriate intervention strategies.
- Trained new staff on administrative procedures and software systems for efficient operations.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of student support programs by analyzing data and making recommendations for improvement based on findings.
- Served as a liaison between students and campus resources such as financial aid, tutoring services, and counseling centers.
- Managed student records with accuracy and confidentiality, ensuring timely processing of requests for transcripts and other documents.
Special Education Teacher
Solomon Elementary
Wahiawa, HI
08.2006 - 12.2007
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Created learning and content strategies to meet needs of mentally and physically disabled students.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
Special Education Teacher
Kapolei High School
Kapolei, HI
08.2004 - 08.2006
- 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.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Special Education Teacher
Mililani Middle School
Mililani, United States
08.2001 - 08.2004
- 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.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Masters of Education - Concentration in Special Education
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI06-2004
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Coaches Individualized education plans to ensure IDEA compliance
- IDEA compliant Transition planning
- Group and individual instruction for teachers (SPED and GENed) as well as Educational Assistants
Travel
I enjoy traveling and experiencing the different cultures around the world to become a more well rounded and empathetic citizen.
Languages
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Solomon Elementary
08.2006 - 12.2007
Special Education Teacher
Kapolei High School
08.2004 - 08.2006
Special Education Teacher
Mililani Middle School
08.2001 - 08.2004
DISTRICT Special Education Resource Teacher
Hawaii State Department of Education
2023 - Current
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Solomon Elementary
2020 - 2022
Student Services Coordinator
Solomon Elementary
2008 - 2020
Masters of Education - Concentration in Special Education
Chaminade University of Honolulu