Emily Vergara
Summary
Driven and compassionate educator with talent for fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments. Holds deep understanding of special education principles and adept in implementing individualized education plans. Committed to making meaningful impact on students' academic and personal growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exceptional Education Teacher
Virtual Prep Academy of Florida
09.2022 - Current
- Served as an advocate for exceptional education students within the school community, raising awareness about their unique needs and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by promoting respect, inclusivity, and active participation from all students.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Exceptional Education Teacher
Bailes Community Academy
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Served as an advocate for exceptional education students within the school community, raising awareness about their unique needs and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by promoting respect, inclusivity, and active participation from all students.
- Implemented creative instructional approaches such as project-based learning and hands-on activities to engage students with various learning styles.
- Enhanced student comprehension by using differentiated instruction techniques and tailoring lesson plans to individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices for exceptional education teaching strategies.
- Utilized data-driven decision making to inform instruction, ensuring lessons were tailored to meet the diverse needs of exceptional learners.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in special education teaching methods and strategies.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL07-2019
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Student engagement
- Instructional technology
- IEP implementation
- Inclusive classroom practices
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- IEP development
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
Certification
Reading Endorsed
ESOL Endorsed
Exceptional Education K-12 Certified
Elementary Education K-6 Certified
Timeline
Exceptional Education Teacher
Virtual Prep Academy of Florida
09.2022 - Current
Exceptional Education Teacher
Bailes Community Academy
08.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exceptional Student Education
University of Central Florida
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