Edgar Gonzalez
Opalocka ,FL
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Program Specialist with a proven track record at Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary. Excelled in leveraging collaborative leadership and data-driven decision-making to enhance educational access and outcomes. Skilled in fostering parent-teacher collaboration and developing impactful IEPs, significantly improving student progress and inclusion practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special-education-program-specialist
Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted assessments to determine student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by collaborating with school administrators on policy development and implementation initiatives related to special education programming.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to review and update IEPs based on student performance data and feedback from team members.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, and community resources to facilitate comprehensive support services for special education students.
- Streamlined documentation procedures by maintaining accurate records of student progress, IEP goals, accommodations, and related services provided.
- Mentored new special education staff members by sharing best practices, resources, and insights gained from years of experience in the field.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to modify curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Coached and observed [Number] teachers to improve teaching techniques
ESE Teacher
Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary
Miami, FL
08.2008 - 06.2022
- Provided one-on-one support for students struggling with specific academic or behavioral challenges.
- Promoted inclusivity by integrating ESE students into general education classrooms whenever possible while providing necessary supports for their success.
- Collaborated with other ESE teachers to develop and implement best practices for special education instruction.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional planning and monitor student progress toward IEP goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2022
Master of Science - Special Education
Florida International University
Miami, FL04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education With ESOL Endorsemen
Barry University
Miami, FL05.2007
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL12.2001
High School Diploma -
North Miami Senior High School
North Miami, FL06.1996
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Collaborative Leadership
- Progress Monitoring
- Instructional Strategies
- Student Advocacy
- Disability Awareness
- Individualized Education Plans
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Inclusion Practices
- Classroom Accommodations
- Data-driven decision-making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Motivating students
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- IEP development
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Faculty Collaboration
Timeline
Special-education-program-specialist
Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary
08.2022 - Current
ESE Teacher
Charles David Wyche Junior Elementary
08.2008 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Florida International University
Master of Science - Special Education
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education With ESOL Endorsemen
Barry University
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
North Miami Senior High School
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