Debra De Roos
Special Education Teacher
1380 Trout Gulch Rd, Aptos ,CA
Summary
SEEKING A TEACHING POSITION THAT WILL UTILIZE MY EXPERIENCE AS A MODERATE/SEVERE, RESOURCE SPECIALIST SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Self-directed dedicated educator with a passionate commitment to my students’ learning experience. Skilled in working with children on all educational, grade and age levels from 3-22. levels. Possesses outstanding communication skills and an intuitive nature to address the needs of my students. Presents material in a variety of ways. Active team member who effectively collaborates with all levels of staff members and establishes quality relationships with each student and their parents. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Home/Hospital Teacher/RS Teacher/ Case Manager
Pajaro Unified School District
Watsonville, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Special Education Teacher
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Santa Barbara, United States
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Created and managed 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.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Special Education Teacher
Therapeutic Education, Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Grades 9-12
- Implemented and taught the MOD/SEV program
- Managed up to 5 assistants in the classroom
- Collaborated with peer teachers and school staff
- Helped with thrift store that was created to support the alternative ed students
Special Education Teacher
Devereux Foundation
Santa Barbara, CA
04.2002 - 01.2006
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs/ED 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.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Special Education Teacher
Devereux Foundation
Malvern, PA
12.1997 - 01.2002
- 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.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Education
Master of Arts - Teacher
National University
La Jolla, CACertification- Special Education -
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PAB.S - ElementaryEducation
East Stroudsburg University
A.S - Liberal Arts
Northampton Community College
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Learning Modalities
- Online Teaching
- Learning Assessments
- Individualized Support
Additional Information
- Motivation using a variety of motivators - Classroom management of Students and Teacher Assistants - Teaching a variety of subjects and disabilities from grade pre-K -12 Multi-cultural awareness - Student assessment - Writing and implementing IEP’s and lesson plans - Integrate technology into the learning experience
Timeline
Home/Hospital Teacher/RS Teacher/ Case Manager
Pajaro Unified School District
01.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Santa Barbara Unified School District
08.2016 - 06.2017
Special Education Teacher
Therapeutic Education, Los Angeles Unified School District
01.2016 - 01.2017
Special Education Teacher
Devereux Foundation
04.2002 - 01.2006
Special Education Teacher
Devereux Foundation
12.1997 - 01.2002
Master of Arts - Teacher
National University
Certification- Special Education -
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
B.S - ElementaryEducation
East Stroudsburg University
A.S - Liberal Arts
Northampton Community College
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