Jose Perez
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated and experienced educator with a proven track record of implementing effective strategies to support students with diverse learning needs. Skilled in collaboration, assessment, and individualized instruction looking to obtain a New York State All Grades Literacy Certificate through Brooklyn College's Reading Science: All Grades, Advanced Certificate program.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TEACHER
New York City Department of Education
08.2022 - Current
- Worked as a centrally funded special education teacher to support student interventions based on science of reading practices.
- Provided individual and small group interventions for students who are not meeting grade level benchmarks, including students with IEPs.
- Prepared for and participated in IEP meetings of students who are initially referred for special education services, especially for students they support with intervention.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Led professional development sessions on trauma-informed care and equity in education.
- Established student support programs to enhance social-emotional skills and academic success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
DEAN OF STUDENTS AND SCHOOL CULTURE COACH
International Charter School of New York
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Implemented restorative justice practices to address student behavior issues and improve campus culture
- Led campus-wide initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion through workshops and cultural celebrations
- Developed comprehensive student support programs to enhance mental health services and academic success
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create a safe and inclusive learning environment for all
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
DEAN OF STUDENTS
Brooklyn Ascend Middle School
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and lead professional development workshops on best teaching practices.
- Established strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to support academic and social-emotional growth.
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Served as a liaison between students, parents, faculty, and administration to facilitate communication and resolve conflicts.
- Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all community members.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
MASTER /NEW TEACHER MENTOR
Brooklyn Ascend Middle School
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learners, fostering a positive classroom environment.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated current events and real-world examples.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia resources to enhance student understanding of historical events and concepts.
- Led discussions on controversial topics to promote critical thinking and respectful debate.
- 20% increase in student proficiency on 2017 NYS English Language Arts Common Core State Exam.
- 32% increase in student proficiency on 2018 NYS English Language Arts Common Core State Exam.
- Grade Team leader, B.O.Y.S. Group Facilitator, Head of College and Career Week Planning Committee.
- Teacher Recruitment Ambassador.
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
08.2010 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged students to apply their knowledge to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills and deepening understanding of course concepts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in social studies education and incorporating new strategies into lessons.
- 67% pass rate on the 7th grade Civics End of Year state exam.
- Founding basketball coach and professional development facilitator.
Education
Advanced Certification Program - Special Education (All Grades)
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY12-2023
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05-2018
Master of Arts - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
New York, NY05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Government And Latin American Studies
Franklin & Marshall College
Lancaster, PA05.2014
Skills
- Behavior management
- Lesson planning
- Critical thinking
- Data collection
- IEP development
- Collaboration with teachers
- Support services coordination
- Special education law knowledge
- Differentiated instruction
- Assistive technology implementation
- Progress monitoring
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Certification
- Childhood Education Grades 1-6 (Professional Certification)
- Students with Disabilities All Grades (Professional Certification)
Timeline
TEACHER
New York City Department of Education
08.2022 - Current
DEAN OF STUDENTS AND SCHOOL CULTURE COACH
International Charter School of New York
07.2019 - 06.2022
DEAN OF STUDENTS
Brooklyn Ascend Middle School
07.2017 - 06.2019
MASTER /NEW TEACHER MENTOR
Brooklyn Ascend Middle School
08.2015 - 01.2018
SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
08.2010 - 05.2014
Advanced Certification Program - Special Education (All Grades)
SUNY Empire State College
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
CUNY Brooklyn College
Master of Arts - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Government And Latin American Studies
Franklin & Marshall College
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