Michelle Medina
Weslaco,TX
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Weslaco ISD, adept at developing individualized education plans and fostering strong relationships with students and parents. Skilled in differentiated instruction and behavior modification, I create inclusive learning environments that promote academic and personal growth for diverse learners.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Weslaco ISD
08.2010 - Current
- 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.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Organized field trips and community-based experiences that enriched students'' understanding of real-world applications for their skills.
- Managed department budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact on company goals.
- Served as a liaison between the department and other divisions within the company, facilitating strong working relationships that contributed to successful projects.
- Developed strong interdepartmental relationships to improve communication and collaboration across the organization.
- Played a critical role in talent acquisition, interviewing, selecting, and onboarding new employees to build a strong, diverse team of professionals.
Paraprofessional
Weslaco ISD
08.2000 - 05.2008
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12-2007
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX05-1996
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
- Parent communication
- De-escalation techniques
- Trained in CPI
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Weslaco ISD
08.2010 - Current
Paraprofessional
Weslaco ISD
08.2000 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
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