D. Susana Valenzuela, M.S.Ed.

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. 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. Organized learning strategies successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in Texas and recognized as a highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Versatile and dedicated teacher and child advocate with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion. Dedicated education professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced educator with over 15 years of experience in English, ESL, and Special Education. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

• Special Education Department chairperson for 2 years.
• Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
• Documented and resolved all student notations which led to increase in student motivation.

• Special Education Supplemental License (Grades PK-12) - through 10/2024
• English Language Arts and Reading License (Grades PK-6) - through 10/2024
• English Language Arts and Reading License (Grades 7-12) - through 10/2024
• English as a Second Language Supplemental License (Grades PK-12) - through 10/2024
• Generalist (Grades PK-4) - through 10/2024
• Generalist (Grades 4-8) - through 10/2023

Teacher of the Year, 2009-2010

Dedicated Contributor to Winning The Blue Ribon