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Michael Weaver

Santa Cruz

Summary

Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs and interests. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success. Past work experience in food service and hospitality, combined with education, contributes to an organized approach.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Catering Chef/Waiter

A La Carte Events
Santa Cruz
10.2015 - Current
  • Placed orders for food and supplies needed for proper set up and preparation.
  • Verified safe and appropriate food temperatures and sanitary conditions of banquet and foodservice areas.
  • Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
  • Coordinated delivery of food supplies to event venues on time according to schedule.
  • Developed menus, planned and ordered food supplies, and monitored budget for catering events.

Special Education Teacher

Los Gatos Saratoga Union High School District
Los Gatos
08.2006 - Current
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
  • Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
  • Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.

Chef

Thyme in the Ranch
Rancho Sante Fe
03.2003 - 05.2007
  • Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
  • Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
  • Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
  • Established controls to alleviate supply and food waste.
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Literature

UCSC
Santa Cruz
05-2000

Teaching Credential Special Education - Special Education

National University
San Diego
04-2008

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
05-2002

Skills

  • Instructional strategies
  • Curriculum adaptation
  • Behavior management
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Time management abilities
  • Effective communication
  • Interpersonal skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Catering Chef/Waiter

A La Carte Events
10.2015 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Los Gatos Saratoga Union High School District
08.2006 - Current

Chef

Thyme in the Ranch
03.2003 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Literature

UCSC

Teaching Credential Special Education - Special Education

National University

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Culinary Institute of America

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