Jerald Zeronis
14215 Valna Dr. Whittier, Ca.
Summary
Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies for students of all ages. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Montebello Unified School District
Montebello
10.2024 - Current
- Taught a Moderate Severe Autism Sensory Class grades TK-2nd at Bandini Elementary School.
- In charge of managing a caseload of 10 students and 5 staff.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
Substitute Teacher, Adult Transition Program
Whittier Union High School District
Whittier
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Long Term positions from 08/2022-10/2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Vocational Specialist, Adult Transition Program
Whittier Union High School District
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported adult special education student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Assisted instruction during community based lessons.
- In charge of small groups of students in 3:1 setting.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Engaged in vocational exploration to help students identify work skills and aptitudes.
- Equipped students with job search skills to increase success chances.
- Counseled adult students to determine suitable vocational goals, interests and aptitudes.
- Resigned to complete my Student Teaching requirement.
Teacher's Aide
Help For Brain Injured Children, Inc. Cleta Harder
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 1 - 3 children.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
Meat Clerk
Ralphs Grocery Store
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Restocked products based on available inventories and customer demands.
- Maintained excellent levels of food safety by frequently checking product dates and temperatures.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Analyzed meat temperatures for safety and quality and monitored heat conditions for stability.
- Maintained meat slicer, wrapping machine and other equipment to prevent breakdowns and delays daily.
- Gained knowledge of different meats to answer customer questions and suggest best cuts for various dishes.
- Assisted customers with special requests to meet needs and make shopping experiences more pleasant.
- Maintained seafood counter. Checking to maintain temperatures of 32 degrees for refrigeration.
Substitute Teacher
East Whittier City School District
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Managed 20-30 students ranging from grades K - 12.
Combo Clerk
Ralphs Grocery Store
03.2010 - 07.2016
- Worked together with cashiers to guarantee customer satisfaction for 6 years.
- Greeted guests entering and exiting store to foster customer satisfaction daily.
- Collected and returned all hand baskets and shopping carts to proper place for new customer use.
- Communicated with cashiers and customers to learn about bagging needs.
- Retrieved grocery carts and baskets from lot and various site locations.
- Maintained customer satisfaction by assisting with carrying out goods.
- Assisted with maintaining clean and organized store appearance.
- Bagged customer purchases while paying mind to industry best practices.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Education
Moderate/Severe Teaching Credential - Special Education
National University
La Jolla, CABachelor of Arts - Political Science
Whittier College
Whittier, CASkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Adaptable
- Organizational abilities
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- IEP understanding
- Parent Communication
- Special education
- Classroom management
- Creative problem solving
- Behavior Management
- Assistive technology
- Collaboration with specialists
- Positive reinforcement
- Autism spectrum disorders
Skills
Certification
- 30 Day Substitute Certification
- Moderate/Severe Preliminary Special Education Credential (finishing with CTC)
- CPR Certified
- CPI Certified
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Montebello Unified School District
10.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, Adult Transition Program
Whittier Union High School District
06.2022 - 10.2024
Vocational Specialist, Adult Transition Program
Whittier Union High School District
05.2019 - 02.2022
Teacher's Aide
Help For Brain Injured Children, Inc. Cleta Harder
08.2018 - 05.2019
Meat Clerk
Ralphs Grocery Store
08.2017 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
East Whittier City School District
08.2016 - 07.2017
Combo Clerk
Ralphs Grocery Store
03.2010 - 07.2016
Moderate/Severe Teaching Credential - Special Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Whittier College