Dean Clark
Clearlake,CA
Summary
Responsible and motivated person ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Konocti Unified School District
Clearlake, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) to address diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to improve learning outcomes.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional adjustments and interventions.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to resources within educational settings.
- Fostered positive relationships with families to support student achievement and well-being.
- 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.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Owner
Friditas
Clearlake, California
01.2009 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
Special Education Teacher
Sand Paths Academy
San Francisco, CA
08.2008 - 08.2008
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
SPED Teacher
SFUSD
San Francisco, CA
10.2005 - 06.2008
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
Education
Special Education Credential Program - Special Education
SF State University
San FranciscoAssociate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco01-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Real Estate, MIS, Economics
University Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin01-1995
Skills
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - ESIC-MM Mild/Moderate
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential (TC3S) MM Mild/Moderate Disabilities
- Adult Teaching Credential
- Computer Credential
- ESL English as a Second Language
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Konocti Unified School District
04.2024 - Current
Owner
Friditas
01.2009 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Sand Paths Academy
08.2008 - 08.2008
SPED Teacher
SFUSD
10.2005 - 06.2008
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Development
City College of San Francisco
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, Real Estate, MIS, Economics
University Wisconsin Milwaukee
Special Education Credential Program - Special Education
SF State University