KISSEL LASCO
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Special education teacher with classroom experience supporting elementary students with autism and diverse learning needs. Brings a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and a background in IEP development, differentiated lessons, AAC, PECS, and positive behavior support to promote communication, independence, and steady student progress.
Overview
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1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – PRIMARY AUTISM PROGRAM
Clark County School District (CCSD)
, Nevada
2022.01 - Current
- Provide specialized instruction to elementary students with autism and diverse learning needs in a self-contained classroom.
- Develop and implement individualized instructional plans aligned with Common Core State Standards and students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.
- Deliver differentiated instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, communication, and social-emotional learning.
- Monitored academic and behavioral progress through assessments and data collection, ensuring alignment with IEP goals.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, collaborating with families, instructional assistants, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Use visual supports, social stories, AAC, and PECS to promote communication, independence, and classroom participation.
- Created engaging instructional materials and interactive activities to enhance student learning using Canva, Boom Cards, Symbolstix, and Unique Learning System.
- Prepare IEP documentation, progress reports, behavioral records, and instructional assessments.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Creative Learning Paths School
2019.05 - 2022.06
- Delivered full-time special education instruction to Grades 7 through Senior High School students with autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities, fostering academic growth and personal development.
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and individualized teaching strategies.
- Modified lessons and learning activities to align with students' academic, behavioral, and functional goals, promoting individualized progress.
- Facilitated support for students with IEPs in general education classrooms, addressing individual learning needs to enhance engagement and participation.
ONLINE ENGLISH TEACHER
51Talk
2021.10 - 2021.12
- Facilitated English language development through structured lessons and interactive online instruction.
- Tailored teaching approaches to align with students' language levels and learning needs in virtual classroom.
- Delivered online English lessons to elementary-age students
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Western Governors University
4001 S 700 East, Suite 700,Salt Lake City,UT841072025-09
Some College (No Degree) - Professional Development
University of Massachusetts Global
65 Enterprise, Suite 150, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education, Major in Special Education
University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos
PhilippinesSkills
- IEP Development and Implementation
- Special Education and Autism
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Behavior Support
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Literacy and Numeracy
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom management
- Classroom management tools
- Online Teaching
- Elementary Education
- AAC and PECS
- Symbolstix
- Unique Learning System
- Boom Cards
- Canva
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
Personal Information
Title: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER | ELEMENTARY EDUCATOR | ONLINE TEACHER
LANGUAGES
English, Filipino
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE – CONTINUED
Associate Missionaries of the Assumption (AMA), COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER, Philippines, 2017-06, 2019-05, Provided educational and daily living support to orphaned children, including children with cerebral palsy., Taught foundational life skills, basic reading, writing, and mathematics., Supported children's participation in learning activities and encouraged independence through individualized assistance.
PROFESSIONAL FOCUS
- Autism education
- Specialized instruction
- Inclusive education
- English language learning
- Life skills instruction
- Student-centered teaching
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of a Master's program in Curriculum and Instruction.
- Professional teaching experience in U.S. and Philippine educational settings.
- Experience teaching elementary and secondary students with diverse learning needs.
- Experience in online English instruction and virtual student engagement.
Certification
- Standard - Special Education K-12- Generalists-Issued State of Nevada
- Standard - Special Education-Autism-Issued State of Nevada
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – PRIMARY AUTISM PROGRAM
Clark County School District (CCSD)
2022.01 - Current
ONLINE ENGLISH TEACHER
51Talk
2021.10 - 2021.12
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Creative Learning Paths School
2019.05 - 2022.06
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction
Western Governors University
Some College (No Degree) - Professional Development
University of Massachusetts Global
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education, Major in Special Education
University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos