Maria Ramirez
Stafford,VA
Summary
Goal-oriented, sensitive, dependable, patient, caring, creative, hardworking Teacher with more than twenty years of experience in championing the educational and developmental needs of both general and special needs of students from pre-school to middle school;
Detail-oriented team player with strong analytical, organizational, and inter personal skills; works collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to develop educational plans to meet the needs of students with Intellectual and Specific Learning Disabilities; developed ways in keeping meticulous data and systematic records in the conduct of progress monitoring as a tool in making informed decisions on a students educational plan; committed to continuing education and professional development; familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children; positive under times of stress or conflict.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Stafford County Public Schools
10.2006 - 02.2020
- Developed and managed Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Coordinated the schedules of both special education students and paraprofessionals with master schedule.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and assistive technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to students with multiple disabilities (Intellectual, Hearing, Visual Impairment, Autism, and Other Health Impairment) and Specific Learning Disabilities
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual , multiple disabilities in middle school
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with general education teachers from across academic departments and multi-disciplinary team
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs. Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Worked closely with parents or guardians, other Teachers and Therapists to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Pre-school to First Grade Teacher
Mayflower Academy Of Las Pinas
06.1998 - 03.2006
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel confident and safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Facilitated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group instructional activities.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
Merchandise Planning and Control Analyst
Shoemart Inc.
01.1991 - 03.1994
- Coordinated with ladies' clothing and accessories department and retail partners to develop smooth ordering process and efficient delivery of items.
- Generated sales reports and used data to adjust acquisition, assortment and allocation of Ladies' Department.
- Developed successful marketing and sales strategies for Ladies' items.
- Researched competitors' actions in marketing, sales and distribution to develop new merchandising strategies.
- Retrieved, compiled and analyzed historical and current data trends to determine optimal inventory levels of Ladies' products.
- Followed up with retail stores with reminders to replenish stock, helping achieve peak inventory levels.
- Used MS Excel and MS Word to analyze sales and inventory data for four locations.
- Monitored store displays for presentation requirements to boost sales and drive business growth.
- Responded promptly with accurate, useful information to requests from top management
Administrative Staff
Magnacad International, USA
11.1989 - 08.1990
- Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow, and readability.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and other data.
- Drafted professional memos, letters, and marketing copy to support organization objectives and growth.
- Scheduled office equipment repair and maintenance to extend its lifespan and prevent unplanned downtime.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for management.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Perpetual Help
Binan Laguna, Philippines10.2009
Graduate Courses in Mathematics - 16 Units - Graduate Courses in Mathematics - 16 Units
University in Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05.2009
Certificate in Spanish For Beginners
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines03.2005
Bachelor of Science - Certificate in Teaching Program And 60 Units Sped
Philippine Normal University
04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Management And Industrial Engineering BSMIE
Mapua Institute of Technology
Intramuros, Manila10.1985
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Organization
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Classroom Management
- Mentoring
- Instruction (large class, small group, individual)
- IEP Development and Implementation
- Educational Strategies
- Evidence-Based Assessment Progress Monitoring Learning Style Assessment
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Technical Skills Microsoft Office Proficiency Spreadsheet and Data Base Management Electronic Presentation Email Management Digital Cameras Video Conferencing
Certification
- Postgraduate Professional License PG 0637051 07.01.19 to 06.30.29 with endorsement in Intellectual Disabilities and Specific Learning Disabilities
- K-6 Highly Qualified Special Education in Mathematics Stafford County Public Schools
- Philippine Professional Teacher License, Secondary Endorsement Math, October 2022
- Passed the Virginia Reading Assessment for Special Education Teachers VRA January 2009
- Passed the Praxis Exam 1 for Teachers in Reading, Mathematics, and Writing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Filipino Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Stafford County Public Schools
10.2006 - 02.2020
Pre-school to First Grade Teacher
Mayflower Academy Of Las Pinas
06.1998 - 03.2006
Merchandise Planning and Control Analyst
Shoemart Inc.
01.1991 - 03.1994
Administrative Staff
Magnacad International, USA
11.1989 - 08.1990
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Perpetual Help
Graduate Courses in Mathematics - 16 Units - Graduate Courses in Mathematics - 16 Units
University in Virginia
Certificate in Spanish For Beginners
Philippine Normal University
Bachelor of Science - Certificate in Teaching Program And 60 Units Sped
Philippine Normal University
Bachelor of Science - Management And Industrial Engineering BSMIE
Mapua Institute of Technology