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Jaime Tamashiro

San Diego,CA

Summary

I am a teacher candidate currently pursuing my education specialist credential. I have a great passion for working with kids and finding creative ways to adapt to the diverse needs of, and build upon the strengths of all individuals. I am committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and utilizing reflective practices to improve my teaching practice and support diverse learners.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher, TK-1 & 4-5 ESN

Adobe Bluffs Elementary
01.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with lead teacher with planning and implementing modified curriculum in collaboration with paraprofessionals and related service providers
  • Adapted and modified curriculum to provide instruction to students in small group rotations and whole-group settings
  • Implemented student behavior intervention plans and proactive positive behavior supports
  • Taught students communication strategies using AAC devices, communication boards and visuals
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs

Student Teacher, K-5 RSP

Willow Grove Elementary
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Planned and led instruction in small pull-out groups and push-in services in accordance with student IEPs and goals
  • Implemented instruction using district-provided curriculum (Barton, IMSE, Orton-Gillingham, Touch Math, Read Well)
  • Attended and participated in IEP meetings, data collection, and IEP goal writing
  • Supported students with behavioral and academic needs in collaboration with the general education teachers, paraprofessionals and related service providers

Instructional Assistant

Kalani High School
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supported students with specialized healthcare needs, intellectual disability, and autism.
  • Provided one-on-one support to student with specialized healthcare needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Supported teacher with implementing modified curriculum and taking data on IEP goals.

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

Ivey Ranch Elementary
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with mentor teacher to implement classroom management strategies and provide instruction instruction for 21 Kindergarten students
  • Supported lead teachers in daily tasks such as attendance records, assessment and transitions
  • Planned and implemented engaging lesson plans using Universal Design for Learning frameworks, technology and district-provided curriculum to promote literacy, math, social studies and science skills under supervision of mentor teacher

Student Teacher, 2nd Grade

Conway Academy
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with mentor teacher to implement classroom management strategies and provide instruction for 22 2nd grade students
  • Planned and implemented engaging lesson plans using Universal Design for Learning frameworks, technology and the EL Education curriculum to promote literacy, math, social studies and science skills under supervision of mentor teacher

Summer Intern

Ekahi Health System
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Supported two pediatricians with hearing and vision tests, charts, and patient outreach
  • Scanned, filed and sorted documents into patient charts
  • Cleaned patient charts, helped with office work and prepping charts, support and train volunteers
  • Phone outreach to offer healthcare services and annual wellness checks for patients

Disability Services Community Leader

City Of Irvine
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supported a summer camp for kids with disabilities ages 5-10
  • Collaborated with staff to provide recreation activities for individuals with disabilities ages 15 and up
  • Engaged with and developed relationships with participants

Manoa Summer Plus Group Leader

Kama'aina Kids
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Planned and implemented activities for 20 kindergarten students
  • Planned crafts, music and outdoor games and activities
  • Prepared snack and classroom before students arrive, communicated with parents to address questions and concerns

Education

Credential - Concurrent: Multiple Subject/ Education Specialist

California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
06-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Education And Psychology

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
06-2023

High School Diploma -

Punahou School
Honolulu
06-2019

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Primary education
  • Positive behavior supports
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Reflective

Certification

  • Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - June 2024
  • Mild to Moderate Education Specialist Credential - In progress (expected June 2025)
  • Extensive Support Needs Education Specialist Credential - in progress (expected June 2025)

Timeline

Student Teacher, TK-1 & 4-5 ESN

Adobe Bluffs Elementary
01.2025 - Current

Student Teacher, K-5 RSP

Willow Grove Elementary
08.2024 - 12.2024

Instructional Assistant

Kalani High School
06.2024 - 08.2024

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

Ivey Ranch Elementary
01.2024 - 05.2024

Student Teacher, 2nd Grade

Conway Academy
08.2023 - 12.2023

Summer Intern

Ekahi Health System
06.2023 - 08.2023

Disability Services Community Leader

City Of Irvine
06.2022 - 06.2023

Manoa Summer Plus Group Leader

Kama'aina Kids
06.2021 - 07.2021

Credential - Concurrent: Multiple Subject/ Education Specialist

California State University San Marcos

Bachelor of Arts - Education And Psychology

University of California, Irvine

High School Diploma -

Punahou School
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