Eli Lopez
Buda,TX
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive experience at Hays CISD, adept at developing IEPs and fostering student engagement. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I excel in behavior management and relationship building, driving academic success and personal growth in diverse learning environments. Proven track record in coaching team sports, enhancing both skills and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher/Basketball and Track & Field Coach
Hays CISD
Kyle, TX
07.2026 - Current
- Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student
- Implement IEPs, assess students' performance, and track their progress
- Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
- Adapted general lessons to align with individual student needs, fostering academic engagement and understanding
- Communicated students' progress to parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators, ensuring collaborative support for student development
Remodeler/Helper
Enhanced Renovations
Austin, TX
01.2016 - Current
- Demolished and removed walls, cabinets, flooring, and fixtures, prepared work areas, protected furniture and finished surfaces, and performed painting, staining, caulking, and finishing work to ensure quality renovation outcomes
- Assisted with tile installation and grouting, maintaining job site cleanliness and organization to support project efficiency
- Removed construction debris and disposed of materials according to building codes and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with project specifications
- Coordinate with contractors, homeowners, and other trades, inspect completed work and correct minor defects
- Assisted in various repair tasks around the property and maintained equipment.
Special Education Teacher/Freshman DC & Linebackers Coach/ Boys Assistant Soccer Coach
Hays CISD
Buda, TX
05.2025 - 07.2026
- Tailored lesson plans to address individual student learning requirements.
- Developed specialized learning plans aligning with each student's unique educational goals to foster individualized growth.
- Delivered instruction to students through various teaching formats, including group and individual sessions.
- Executed individualized education plans, monitored student performance, and documented progress to ensure targeted support.
- Created and executed defensive strategies for freshman athletes, emphasizing core skills and game intelligence.
- Instructed linebackers on proper tackling methods, positional responsibilities, and coverage techniques to cultivate effective defensive skills.
- Facilitated position-specific drills and practice sessions, conducting film analysis to improve player skills and game understanding.
- Supported varsity coaching staff during games by managing sidelines, facilitating player communication, and making immediate tactical adjustments.
Special Education Teacher/Varsity Inside Linebackers Coach/ Boys Assistant Soccer Coach
Lockhart ISD
Lockhart, TX
07.2022 - 05.2025
- (Varsity Football) Develop and implement training programs to enhance linebacker technique, tackling, and coverage skills
- Taught defensive schemes, run fits, and pass coverage responsibilities to align team with overall strategy
- Lead position-specific drills to enhance agility, footwork, and reaction time
- Emphasize leadership, communication, and football IQ to develop high-performing defensive leaders
- (Soccer) Design game strategies, formations, and set plays to maximize team performance
- Assist in developing and implementing practice sessions to enhance player skills
- Coordinated logistics for travel, equipment management, and game-day preparation to ensure smooth operations
- Provide position-specific coaching and individualized feedback to players
- Facilitated collaborative drills and activities during practice to promote teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Barback/Doorman/Food Runner
Cantina 512
Austin, TX
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Restocked beer, liquor, wine, mixers, ice, and garnishes; maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area to ensure efficient service
- Assist bartenders during busy shifts, refill ice bins and beverage supplies, clean bar equipment, counters, and floors
- Welcomed guests upon arrival with a friendly smile, checked IDs, and verified guest age.
- Managed entrance and ensured orderly flow of guests; monitored behavior and enforced establishment policies for a safe environment
- Transported food promptly and accurately from kitchen to tables; confirmed order completeness and proper presentation while communicating with servers and kitchen staff
- Keep dining and service areas clean and organized
Special Education Teacher/Football Coach/Track Coach/ Boys Soccer Coach
Austin ISD
Austin, TX
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Planned, organized, and conducted practice sessions to enhance players' skills, teamwork, and game understanding
- Foster a positive and disciplined team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth
- Identify and develop players' strengths, ensuring balanced team performance
- Coordinate offensive, defensive, and special teams units to maximize success on the field.
- Supported players' physical and mental well-being through injury prevention and recovery strategies
- Promoted academic success, sportsmanship, and leadership among student-athletes
Education
Bachelors of Science - Sport Management, Business
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2020
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TX05-2018
High School -
Austin High School
Austin, TX06-2016
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- First Aid
- CPR
- AED
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- IEP development
- Behavior management
- Team sports coaching
- Conflict resolution
- Motivation techniques
- Social skills development
- Relationship building
Certification
- Physical Education EC-12
- Special Education EC-12
Awards
- American Southwest Conference Honorable Mention, 12/17
- 4x Sul Ross Special Teams Player of the Week, 09/17-11/17
- American Southwest Conference Special Teams Player of the Week, 10/17
- Sul Ross Special Teams Player of the Week, 10/16
Skills Certifications
Bilingual in writing and speaking English & Spanish, First Aid, CPR, AED, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Timeline
Special Education Teacher/Basketball and Track & Field Coach
Hays CISD
07.2026 - Current
Special Education Teacher/Freshman DC & Linebackers Coach/ Boys Assistant Soccer Coach
Hays CISD
05.2025 - 07.2026
Special Education Teacher/Varsity Inside Linebackers Coach/ Boys Assistant Soccer Coach
Lockhart ISD
07.2022 - 05.2025
Barback/Doorman/Food Runner
Cantina 512
03.2022 - 09.2022
Special Education Teacher/Football Coach/Track Coach/ Boys Soccer Coach
Austin ISD
08.2020 - 05.2022
Remodeler/Helper
Enhanced Renovations
01.2016 - Current
Bachelors of Science - Sport Management, Business
Texas Tech University
Sul Ross State University
High School -
Austin High School