Luis Garcia
Bronx,New York
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with extensive experience in crisis management and differentiated instruction, effectively enhancing learning outcomes through participatory education and technology. Demonstrates expertise in IEP implementation and crisis prevention, employing exceptional classroom management and motivational strategies. Known for delivering personalized, hands-on support tailored to individual learning needs while fostering collaboration with parents and multidisciplinary teams. Committed to creating adaptive learning strategies that address academic and emotional requirements of students.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
12:1:1 Alternate Assessment Special Education Teacher/Crisis Teacher
Vida Bogart School For All Students
Bronx, NY
06.2006 - Current
- Act as the first responder to parent concerns, as well as the first responder to all student crises.
- Implemented conflict resolution for students.
- Bussing, breakfast, and lunch coordination.
- Sensory Crisis Intervention.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving with tailored education programs.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with physical, occupational, and speech therapists to provide lessons tailored to our students.
- Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
One on One Teacher's Aide
Washington Irving Elementary
Tarrytown, NY
10.2003 - 06.2006
- Aiding student with work
- Making sure student stays on task
- Adapt the material provided to suite the level of student
- After School Program
One on One Teacher's Aide
Sleepy Hollow Middle School
Sleepy Hollow, NY
09.2005 - 01.2006
- Aiding student with work
- Making sure student stays on task
- Adapt materials provided to suit the level of student
Teacher's Aide
Southern Westchester BOCES Summer School
Sleepy Hollow, NY
06.2004 - 08.2005
- Making sure student stays on task
- Worked in small groups of students in reading
- Adapt materials provided to suite the levels of students
Volunteer
Americorps
White Plains, NY
10.2002 - 10.2003
- Company Overview: Volunteer
- Mentoring
- Advocacy
- Classroom Help
- After School Program
- Volunteer
Meat Wrapper/Fish Dept.
Pathmark
Hartsdale, NY
01.2000 - 10.2003
- Meat Wrapping
- Customer Service
- Ordering supplies and products
Education
Masters - Education
Mercy College
Bronx, New York05.2008
Bachelor - History
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, New York05.2006
Associate in Applied Science - Business Administration
Berkeley College
Whites Plains, New YorkSkills
- Crisis Management
- Engagement and Motivation Strategies
- Strategic Implementation
- Participatory Education
- Technological approaches
Conflict Resolution Strategies
- Motivating students
- Excellent classroom management
- IEP Implementation
- Evaluation Reports
Targeted Group Teaching
- Social skills training
- Motor skills development
- Social integration
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Competent in smartboard technology
- Crisis prevention and intervention
References
- Ms. Rachel Gonzalez, Assistant Principal, Washington Irving Elementary School, 914-631-6122
- Ms. Marybeth McGuire, Special Ed. Teacher, Basic Skills Program, Sleepy Hollow Middle School, 845-216-5240
Key Qualifications
- Have spent the last 18 years in a special needs school where I have been helping maintain a calm learning environment for all students.
- Plan and instruct each subject area using wide variety of teaching aids, motivational and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.
- Implement technological approaches to subject material. Research educational resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.
- Using Crisis Intervention training for Standardized and Alternate Assessment Students.
Affiliations
- Avid reader.
- Always searching for activities to help students learn in fun and creative ways.
Certification
- Special Education grades 1-6
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
12:1:1 Alternate Assessment Special Education Teacher/Crisis Teacher
Vida Bogart School For All Students
06.2006 - Current
One on One Teacher's Aide
Sleepy Hollow Middle School
09.2005 - 01.2006
Teacher's Aide
Southern Westchester BOCES Summer School
06.2004 - 08.2005
One on One Teacher's Aide
Washington Irving Elementary
10.2003 - 06.2006
Volunteer
Americorps
10.2002 - 10.2003
Meat Wrapper/Fish Dept.
Pathmark
01.2000 - 10.2003
- Special Education grades 1-6
Masters - Education
Mercy College
Bachelor - History
Mercy College
Associate in Applied Science - Business Administration
Berkeley College
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