JERIC GUTIERREZ
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Qualified Special Education Teacherwith solid background in Special Education, providing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to enhance student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in academic and transition planning, and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School
Baltimore, MD
09.2021 - Current
- Teaches Self-Contained and Co-Taught Biology classes to students in Grade 9
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instruction.
- Monitored and analyzed student performance data to inform instructional adjustments.
- Advocated for students' rights and access to necessary support services within school system.
- Mentored new teachers in effective strategies for managing special education classrooms.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians to foster student success and engagement.
- Developed individualized transition plans to support students' educational and vocational goals.
Science & SPED Teacher
Baltimore City Public Schools Credit Recovery Program
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Provide individualized instructional support in Biology and other science courses within the Edmentum Credit Recovery platform to help students meet course requirements.
- Monitor student progress and engagement, reviewing Edmentum data dashboards to identify learning gaps and provide targeted interventions.
- Implement IEP accommodations and modifications, ensuring accessibility through scaffolds, guided notes, read-aloud tools, and extended time.
- Communicate regularly with students, families, and case managers to provide updates on performance, attendance, and credit recovery completion status.
- Facilitate small-group and 1:1 support sessions during Summer and Saturday School to reteach concepts, clarify misconceptions, and guide students through assessments and assignments.
Special Education Teacher
Department of Education - Pangasinan II
Pangasinan, Philippines
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Prepared and implemented Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
- Modified the general education curriculum for special needs learners and collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation and revision of school programs
- Maintained conducive resource center and monitors placement of special needs learners in inclusive classrooms.
- Monitored Home Program to parents of learners with special needs.
- Teacher of Science, English, MAPEH (Music, Arts, Physical Education and Health), Social Studies and Values Education to learners from 9-12 years
- Monitored and evaluated pupils/students’ progress.
- Facilitated learning in the elementary/secondary schools through functional Daily Lesson Log of activities and appropriate, adequate and updated instructional materials.
Special Education Teacher
Oakridge International School of Young Leaders
Dagupan City, Pangasinan, Philippines
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to support positive classroom environments.
- Trained and mentored new staff on special education best practices and compliance requirements.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed individualized transition plans to support students' educational and vocational goals.
Education
Masters of Arts in Education - Counseling (Units Completed)
Urdaneta City University
Urdaneta City, PangasinanBachelor of Elementary Education Major Special Ed. -
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
La Union, Philippines04-2016
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Co-teaching experience
- Trained in CPI
- Life skills instruction
- Curriculum adjustments
- Progress evaluations
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Timeline
Science & SPED Teacher
Baltimore City Public Schools Credit Recovery Program
08.2022 - 07.2024
Special Education Teacher
Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School
09.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Department of Education - Pangasinan II
08.2017 - 07.2021
Special Education Teacher
Oakridge International School of Young Leaders
06.2016 - 06.2017
Masters of Arts in Education - Counseling (Units Completed)
Urdaneta City University
Bachelor of Elementary Education Major Special Ed. -
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
- 2025 The Legacy of Light Award Recipient
- Above and Beyond Teacher 2022-2023
- Most Outstanding Inclusive Education Teacher 2020
- Cum Laude, Dean's List (2012-20216 All Semesters)
Certifications
USA Maryland Educator License Holder
- Standard Professional Certificate I (SPC I) - GENERIC SPECIAL EDUCATION Infant-3/1-8, GENERIC
SPECIAL EDUCATION 6- Adult