Matthew Mason
Brea,CA
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Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Special Education Teacher
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
- Facilitated successful transitions for students entering high school or transitioning between grade levels by coordinating orientation programs and creating personalized transition plans.
- Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Empowered students with self-advocacy skills through targeted lessons on communication, problem-solving, and goal-setting techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Mentored new teachers in the Special Education department, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective instructional methods.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion by adapting lessons for diverse learners, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all students.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District
09.2007 - 07.2017
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Coordinated with teachers to create inclusive lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom setting.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Served as a liaison between general education teachers and special education professionals, fostering collaborative relationships that benefitted all students involved.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Hope International University
Fullerton, CA 05.2001 -
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Special Education
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Assessment administration
Instructional technology
Teaching strategies
Classroom Organization
Collaborative Teaching
Instructional Strategies
Data Management
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Parent Communication
Conflict resolution techniques
Timeline
High School Special Education Teacher
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District
09.2007 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Hope International University
05.2001 -
Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential - Special Education
California State University - Fullerton
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Fullerton
05.2001 -