Karim Muniz
Milton
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher with a strong desire to pursue a masters degree in the field of Communication Science and Disorders. As a bilingual speech language pathologist, I am looking forward to being able to diagnose and/or treat english language learners and provide interpretation when needed. I am excited about my new journey in life and can not wait to start learning and gaining experience through the practicums.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
North End Transition Program
08.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their future success and personal growth.
- Create and implement lesson plans that meet each student's needs.
- Create and implement lesson plans pertaining to functional life and job skills.
- Collaborate with speech language pathologist to meet the yearly goals of students with speech and/or language goals.
- Collaborate with speech language pathologist to ensure that students that are on consult on IEP minutes continue progressing with their speech and/or language delays.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Take students out to different work sites to teach job skills, create independence, and assist with students completion of on the job training required yearly hours.
Private Tutor
Self
10.2019 - Current
- Create and implement lesson plans that meet my student's individual needs.
- Work with my students to identify weaknesses and strengths and build upon those areas.
- Create and implement lessons for a student learning the Spanish language.
- Meet with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student''s unique learning needs and goals.
- Built strong rapport with students through active listening, empathy, and genuine interest in their success.
Special Education Teacher
S.S. Dixon Primary
08.2015 - 05.2022
- Used the VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment Placement Program) for assessing, teaching, and creating IEP goals.
- The Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) is a tool used to assess the language, learning, and social skills of children with autism or other developmental disabilities. It's a criterion-referenced assessment that combines principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior.
- Developed a VB-MAPP kit that included all the necessary pictures, items, and data sheets for each of the learning targets.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their success and personal growth.
- Collaborated and worked cooperatively with a team of paraprofessionals, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, and physical therapists to ensure every childs individual needs were being met.
- collected data continuously for students language targets and daily life skills.
- Collected data for negative behaviors in the classroom using the "ABC" model. The "ABC behavior" refers to the "Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence" model in psychology, which analyzes a behavior by examining the event that occurs before it (the antecedent), the behavior itself, and the event that happens immediately after (the consequence), essentially helping to understand why a specific behavior occurs in a given situation.
- Implemented (taught) behavior modification and behavior replacement skills.
- Implemented different behavior strategies to reduce negative behaviors from students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Assisted with interpretations between the parents of English Language Learners and the school community.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Santa Rosa County School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Collaborated daily with the teacher to ensure each of the students academic needs were being met.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Server
McGuire's Restaurant & Company
10.1998 - 08.2015
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- I was a team leader and trained new employees.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
Education
No Degree - The Bridge Program
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Exceptional Student Education Studies
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL12.2007
Associate of Arts - Education
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05-2005
High School Diploma -
Colegio De Diego
Puerto Nuevo, PR05.1993
Skills
- Language: Bilingual
- Fluent in both Spanish and English Language
- Eight years experience with utilizing the VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) to create and implement IEP goals The Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) is a tool used to assess the language, learning, and social skills of children with autism or other developmental disabilities It's a criterion-referenced assessment that combines principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior
- Leadership skills in team classroom management
- Tutor special needs children
- Teach Spanish during tutoring sessions
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
North End Transition Program
08.2022 - Current
Private Tutor
Self
10.2019 - Current
Special Education Teacher
S.S. Dixon Primary
08.2015 - 05.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Santa Rosa County School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
Server
McGuire's Restaurant & Company
10.1998 - 08.2015
No Degree - The Bridge Program
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts - Exceptional Student Education Studies
The University of West Florida
Associate of Arts - Education
Pensacola State College
High School Diploma -
Colegio De Diego
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