Lorie Perez

• Led and supported a multidisciplinary team of 30+ staff members across five special education programs, ensuring compliance, collaboration, consistent instructional practices, and high-quality student support services.

• Monitored IEP compliance, timelines, and documentation accuracy while serving as a liaison between special education staff and campus administration.

• Provided coaching and professional development to teachers on IEP implementation, accommodations vs. modifications, behavior supports, and data collection practices.

• Developed and facilitated professional development workshops on behavior management strategies, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), instructional modifications, and progress-monitoring/data collection.

• Supported campus MTSS/RTI initiatives, behavioral interventions, and state testing accommodations to improve student access and outcomes.

• Implemented classroom and behavior management strategies that fostered positive, structured learning environments.

• Mentored new teachers by providing guidance on curriculum implementation, classroom management, and instructional best practices.

• Oversaw budget and resource allocation for five special education programs, ensuring effective use of instructional materials, staffing supports, and program resources.

• Developed and implemented a digital behavior tracking system to monitor student progress, support data-driven interventions, and improve behavior management for students receiving specialized services.

• Collaborated regularly with general education teachers, parents, and guardians to address student progress, academic performance, behavioral needs, and intervention planning.

• Oversaw and implemented IEP services for a caseload of 48 students by developing individualized goals, accommodations, instructional supports, and progress-monitoring practices to promote student achievement.

• Adapted curriculum and instructional materials using accommodations, differentiated instruction, and evidence-based strategies to support diverse learning needs.

• Delivered instruction and implemented lesson plans across diverse classroom settings and grade levels.

• Utilized differentiated instruction and behavior management strategies to support student engagement and learning.

• Maintained structured, positive classroom environments and followed district procedures and expectations.

• Collaborated with teachers and staff to support student needs, classroom continuity, and instructional goals.

• Provide instruction to homebound students per ARD or Section 504 committee.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment to meet the individual needs of student.
• Collaborate with teachers regularly to secure assignments or any special information needed to provide engaging instruction to meet the students' needs.
• Monitor student's progress, update IEP's, and communicate effectively with campus staff regarding student performance and progress.
• Keep accurate attendance records and report attendance to the attendance clerk each week.

• Participate as an IEP team member by contributing evaluation findings and collaborating on the development and implementation of students' individualized educational plans.
• Work cooperatively with staff to accomplish students' IEP goals and benchmarks.
• Provide individualized instruction to students with disabilities.
• Consult with the classroom teachers and other providers of caseload students.
• Maintain appropriate data on students to document current levels of performance and other pertinent information.
• Monitor student progress on a regularly scheduled basis.

• Provide instruction to students in the absence of the assigned teacher.
• Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
• Supported student success by providing personalized attention and targeted feedback on assignments.

• Provide instruction to students in the absence of the assigned teacher.
• Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
• Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
• Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
• Supported student success by providing personalized attention and targeted feedback on assignments.