Mia Villanueva
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Northside Independent School District, adept at IEP development and fostering inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in behavior management and effective communication, I successfully advocated for student needs and enhanced academic growth through tailored instruction and collaboration with educators.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Northside Independent Sch District
San Antonio, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Provides in-class and specialized pull-out support to first grade to third grade.
- Led Admission, Review, Dismissal (ARD) meetings
- Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Special Education Student Teacher
Northside Independent Sch District
San Antonio, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provides in-class and specialized pull-out support to second grade through fourth grade
- Collaborates with second and third grade teachers including PLC meetings, lesson planning, and differentiation strategies to support SPED students in their classroom
- Accommodate and modify assignments with alignment to content objective
- Collected, recorded, and evaluated student data
- Observed ARD meetings
- Reviewed IEPs to formulate effective, academic, measurable goals
5th Grade Student Teacher
Northwest Crossing Elementary
San Antonio, TX
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with fifth grade teachers, reading and math specialists, and administration during PLC's, lesson planning, etc
- Planned and executed fifth grade lesson plans
- Analyzed and organized data of student achievement
- Created and led small groups for students based on academic achievement data
Secretary
Lyons Realty
Lubbock, TX
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner and directed them to appropriate personnel or offices.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders when necessary.
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Team Leader
Pollys Pet Shop
Universal City, TX
07.2020 - 08.2021
Education
Bachelor of Art - Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.2024
Skills
- Establishing Relationships and Expectations
- Behavior and Classroom Management
- Special education strategies
- Effective communication
- Group and individual instruction
- IEP development
- Leadership Mindset
Certification
- EC - 6 Teaching Certification
- Special Education Certification
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Northside Independent Sch District
08.2024 - Current
Special Education Student Teacher
Northside Independent Sch District
01.2024 - 05.2024
5th Grade Student Teacher
Northwest Crossing Elementary
08.2023 - 12.2023
Secretary
Lyons Realty
11.2022 - 06.2023
Team Leader
Pollys Pet Shop
07.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Art - Education
Texas Tech University
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