Mary Lugo
Riverside,CA
Summary
Adaptable Special Education Teacher with over 20 years of experience in implementing effective teaching strategies and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in data analysis to drive targeted interventions, ensuring holistic student development and success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher - SDC
Rowland Unified School District
2001.09 - 2022.06
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to student needs and learning goals.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support holistic student development and success.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adapting instructional methods as necessary.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on inclusive education strategies and compliance requirements.
- Analyzed educational data to identify trends, driving targeted interventions for at-risk students.
Special Education Teacher
Mountain View School District
2000.09 - 2001.06
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Pomona Unified School District
1997.09 - 2000.06
- Led initiatives to improve classroom resources, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Education
Master's Degree Education - Teaching Special Education
California Polytechnic State University
Pomona, CA06.2002
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEPs
- Small group instruction
Certification
- Resource Specialist - 2018
- Educator Authorization - Autism
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional Working
Timeline
Special Education Teacher - SDC
Rowland Unified School District
2001.09 - 2022.06
Special Education Teacher
Mountain View School District
2000.09 - 2001.06
Special Education Teacher
Pomona Unified School District
1997.09 - 2000.06
Master's Degree Education - Teaching Special Education
California Polytechnic State University