Leslie Tiratira
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Autism Teacher
CCSD - Dell H. Robison Middle School
Las Vegas, NV
08.2015 - Current
- Designed and delivered personalized learning for each student and advocated for student inclusion and success in general education environments.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding their child's progress and discussed any concerns they may have had.
- Worked collaboratively with physical therapists and occupational therapists to ensure successful integration of therapy into classroom activities.
- Created a positive learning environment by using strategies such as reinforcement, natural consequences, redirection, and modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Facilitated IEP meetings in collaboration with school personnel, parents and guardians, outside agencies and other professionals involved in the development of IEPs.
- Provided direct instruction to students with autism spectrum disorder in areas of communication, social skills, behavior management, and academic skills.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with autism spectrum disorder.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Encouraged parent involvement by providing support services such as workshops on parenting children with autism spectrum disorder or hosting meetings between parents and staff members.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Attended professional development sessions related to Autism Spectrum Disorder best practices.
- Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.
Special Education Teacher
Douglas High School
Douglas, AZ
10.2011 - 05.2015
Special Education Teacher
Lee Mathson Middle School
San Jose, CA
09.2008 - 09.2011
Special Education Teacher
Jerome Mack Middle School - CCSD
Las Vegas, NV
08.2005 - 06.2008
Elementary School Teacher
Tomas Claudio Memorial Elementary School
Morong, Rizal - Philippines
06.1990 - 07.2005
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Tutored individual students after school hours as needed.
- Cultivated and developed inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families and staff.
- Attended faculty meetings and other school functions.
- Partnered with parents to maintain open communication, advise on available resources and build parental abilities necessary for student support.
- Utilized technology to enhance teaching methods and student engagement.
- Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Education
Effective Instructional Practices
University of Baguio
Baguio City, Philippines03-2005
Special Education
University of Perpetual Help System
Manila, Philippines03-2004
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Tomas Claudio Colleges
Morong, Rizal Philippines03-2003
Bachelor in Elementary Education
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines03-1990
Skills
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Social Skills Development
- Student Records Management
- Motivating Students
- MS Office Proficient
- Parent Communications
- Behavior Modification
- Team Collaboration
- Progress Evaluations
- Competent in Smartboard Technology
- Lesson Planning
Accomplishments
- High School Teacher of the Year 2014 - Cochise County, AZ
- Teacher of the Year 2014 - Douglas Unified School District #27
- Woman of the Year Award 2021 - Filipino - American News
- Woman of the Year (Field of Education) 2021 - NaFFAA of Nevada
Certification
- License for Educational Personnel - Special Education - State of Nevada
Endorsements: Autism and SPED Generalist K - 12
- Arizona Teacher Credential - Special Education - State of Arizona
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - State of California
- California Teachers of English Learners - State of California
- Philippines Board Examination for Teachers (PBET) Passer
Languages
English
Professional
Filipino
Native/ Bilingual
Cooking Club Adviser
Teach nutrition facts, prepare menu or dishes, and proper food handling.
Secretary - Filipino American Educator (FAME) of Nevada
- Mentor new teachers
- Assists new Filipino teachers
- Conduct orientation for new Filipino teachers
- Conduct outreach programs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Autism Teacher
CCSD - Dell H. Robison Middle School
08.2015 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Douglas High School
10.2011 - 05.2015
Special Education Teacher
Lee Mathson Middle School
09.2008 - 09.2011
Special Education Teacher
Jerome Mack Middle School - CCSD
08.2005 - 06.2008
Elementary School Teacher
Tomas Claudio Memorial Elementary School
06.1990 - 07.2005
Effective Instructional Practices
University of Baguio
Special Education
University of Perpetual Help System
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Tomas Claudio Colleges
Bachelor in Elementary Education
Philippine Normal University
- License for Educational Personnel - Special Education - State of Nevada
Endorsements: Autism and SPED Generalist K - 12
- Arizona Teacher Credential - Special Education - State of Arizona
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - State of California
- California Teachers of English Learners - State of California
- Philippines Board Examination for Teachers (PBET) Passer
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