Leah Oung
BAKERSFIELD,CA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher
Delano Joint Union High School District
08.2016 - Current
- Teach multiple subjects to students with autism, intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Develop IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Improve student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Serve as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Organize field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provide one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Special Education Department Chair
Delano Joint Union High School District
08.2008 - Current
- Allocated resources effectively, prioritizing specialized materials and tools for students'' unique needs.
- Mentored new special education teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Led professional learning communities focused on sharing expertise in special education teaching strategies among staff members.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
- Promoted inclusion by collaborating with general education teachers to adapt lesson plans for students with disabilities.
Mild/Moderate Special Education Teacher
Delano Joint Union High School District
08.2006 - 06.2016
- Taught Vocational English, Vocational Math, Strategic Academic Support, and AVID
- Co-taught in English 9, English 10, and Pre-Algebra
- Collaborated with other teachers on interdisciplinary projects, enhancing the overall educational experience for students.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bakersfield, CA06.2013
Moderate/Severe Special Eduction Credential
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bakersfield06.2013
Mild/Moderate Special Education Credential
California State University of Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts -
California State University Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05.2004
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Co-teaching Experience
- Social Skills Development
Timeline
Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher
Delano Joint Union High School District
08.2016 - Current
Special Education Department Chair
Delano Joint Union High School District
08.2008 - Current
Mild/Moderate Special Education Teacher
Delano Joint Union High School District
08.2006 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Special Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
Moderate/Severe Special Eduction Credential
Point Loma Nazarene University
Mild/Moderate Special Education Credential
California State University of Bakersfield
Bachelor of Arts -
California State University Bakersfield
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