Laura Leal
Edinburg,Texas
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Donna ISD
Donna, Texas
11.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
- Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
- Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
Certified Teacher Assistant
Edinburg CISD
Edinburg, Texas
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Assisted teachers in preparing and organizing instructional materials, including textbooks and handouts.
- Maintained a safe learning environment for all students by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Encouraged positive behaviors in the classroom through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Prepared materials needed for presentations or demonstrations during class lectures.
- Attended faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on changes in school policies or curriculum.
- Assisted with grading tests, papers, and other assessments.
- Provided guidance to students on classroom assignments and activities.
- Coordinated after-school programs designed to promote physical activity or extracurricular interests.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and intervened when necessary.
- Helped facilitate student comprehension of material through one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop lesson plans that meet state standards for educational content and achievement levels.
- Conducted activities to help enhance student learning such as reading aloud, art projects, field trips.
- Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.
- Conducted literature and resource research to support classroom projects.
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify and support students with special needs.
- Facilitated small group learning activities to reinforce lesson objectives.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Participated in professional development workshops and training sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education
UTRGV
Edinburg, TX12-2020
Skills
- Individual education plans
- Student assessments
- Technology integration
- Curriculum adaptation
- Behavior management
- Collaboration with professionals
- Classroom management
- Positive reinforcement
- Professional development
- Field trip organization
- Motivating students
- Visual supports
- Co-teaching experience
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Donna ISD
11.2023 - Current
Certified Teacher Assistant
Edinburg CISD
01.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Bilingual Education
UTRGV