Natasha Cortez
St. Cloud
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K ESE Teacher
Osceola School District
Kissimmee
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to working with ESE students.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Utilized effective classroom management strategies to maintain an orderly environment conducive to learning.
ESE Paraprofessional
Osceola School District
Kissimme
09.2017 - 01.2022
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL12-2022
Skills
- Behavior management
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Sensory activities
- Parent engagement
- Special needs support
- Student assessment
- Individualized planning
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Pre-K ESE Teacher
Osceola School District
01.2022 - Current
ESE Paraprofessional
Osceola School District
09.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southeastern University
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