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Vanessa Garcia

Santa Teresa

Summary

Dynamic IEP SPED Teacher at Gadsden ISD, skilled in inclusion strategies and parent-teacher collaboration. Enhanced student engagement through tailored instructional materials and effective behavior management, leading to improved reading comprehension. Expert in IEP planning and emotional support, fostering a respectful and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.

Experienced with individualized instruction, focusing on tailored educational strategies for diverse learners. Utilizes data-driven methods to assess and address student needs effectively. Knowledge of building positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to support collaborative and inclusive classroom environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

IEP SPED Teacher

Gadsden ISD
07.2013 - Current
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to develop strategies for supporting their child''s learning at home, enhancing overall student success.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
  • Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting instructional methods as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
  • Improved student reading comprehension and fluency through targeted interventions and small group instruction.
  • Designed instructional materials tailored to meet the unique learning styles of each student, resulting in increased understanding of course content.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected regardless of their abilities or differences.
  • Collaborated with other teachers and support staff to provide a comprehensive educational experience for all students.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment, resulting in decreased classroom disruptions.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Alternative Licensure SPED

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05-2025

Bachelor - Multidisciplinary Studies

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
05-2008

Skills

  • Inclusion strategies
  • Life skills instruction
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Functional behavior assessment
  • Social skills training
  • Emotional disorders
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Visual supports
  • Data collection
  • Learning disability support
  • IEP planning
  • Transition planning
  • Emotional support
  • Child development
  • Individual education plans ieps
  • Trained in CPI
  • Behavior intervention plans

Timeline

IEP SPED Teacher

Gadsden ISD
07.2013 - Current

Graduate Certificate - Alternative Licensure SPED

New Mexico State University

Bachelor - Multidisciplinary Studies

The University of Texas At El Paso