Manuel Cavazos
Merced,CA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Program Coordinator with a robust background in leading educational programs at Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District. Experienced in project management and policy implementation, demonstrating exceptional planning and coordination skills. Proven track record in fostering teamwork and collaboration, ensuring high-quality educational standards and compliance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inclusion Coordinator
Merced County Office of Education
07.2024 - Current
- Lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of inclusive instructional programs and services to support diverse learners across county schools.
- Collaborate with administrators, educators, and outside agencies to ensure compliance with educational standards, laws, and best practices.
- Provide technical assistance and consultation to school districts, educators, and families on inclusive education, instructional strategies, and program supports.
- Develop and deliver professional learning and staff development on curriculum, instructional practices, and educational equity.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate certificated and classified personnel, ensuring adherence to program goals and quality standards.
- Serve as a liaison between MCOE, local school districts, and community stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and student support.
- Monitor program effectiveness through data analysis, classroom visits, and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Support curriculum development and implementation aligned with inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.
- Represent the organization at local, regional, and state-level meetings, conferences, and policy discussions to advocate for inclusive education initiatives.
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Merced County Office Of Education
04.2019 - Current
- Plans and integrates services for day-to-day service delivery for all Special Education students and ensure compliance with State and Federal laws and regulations governing special education
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel
PRINCIPAL
Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District
08.2015 - 03.2019
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students and teachers
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
TEACHER
Dos Palos Oro Loma JUSD
08.2001 - 07.2015
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet state standards
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter
- Piloted program to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives
Education
Education Specialist - TEACHER LEADERSHIP
Walden University
07.2013
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Walden University
07.2004
Skills
- Virtual Education Facilitation
- Project Coordination
- Comprehensive Policy Application
- Trustworthy Colleague
- Accountable Professional
- Cultural Sensitivity Awareness
- Strategic Planning
- Team Coordination
- Attentive Communication Skills
- Adaptable Mindset
- Flexible Problem Solver
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Workflow Optimization
Certification
- Administrative Services Credential
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Inclusion Coordinator
Merced County Office of Education
07.2024 - Current
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Merced County Office Of Education
04.2019 - Current
PRINCIPAL
Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified School District
08.2015 - 03.2019
TEACHER
Dos Palos Oro Loma JUSD
08.2001 - 07.2015
Education Specialist - TEACHER LEADERSHIP
Walden University
MASTER OF SCIENCE - EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Walden University