NAYELLI BALTAZAR
Sylmar,CA
Summary
Education Specialist with experience providing specialized instruction to students with mild/moderate disabilities in both special day class and resource settings. Experienced in developing and monitoring IEPs, differentiating instruction, providing small-group academic intervention, supporting students in general education settings, and collaborating with families, educators, and service providers. Holds a Master of Arts in Educational Therapy and is currently completing the Education Specialist Induction Program at California State University, Northridge.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Specialist – Mild/Moderate
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
North Hills, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities in a multi-grade 3rd–5th grade Special Day Class (SDC).
- Develop and monitor IEPs, including present levels, annual goals, accommodations, and student progress.
- Modify and differentiate reading, writing, and mathematics instruction to address individual student learning needs.
- Use student assessment and progress-monitoring data to guide instruction and track IEP goal progress.
- Facilitate inclusion in general education settings and support implementation of students’ accommodations.
- Collaborate with families, general education teachers, instructional assistants, and related service providers.
- Implement positive behavior supports and structured classroom routines to increase student engagement and independence.
- Utilize and adapt district instructional programs including CKLA, Eureka Math, 95 Core Phonics, and i-Ready Reading and Math.
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
Los Angeles, CA
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided instruction across multiple LAUSD school sites and grade levels.
- Implemented classroom teachers’ lesson plans while adapting instruction to meet diverse student needs.
- Maintained structured, positive, and inclusive classroom environments.
- Managed classroom behavior using school and district expectations and positive behavior strategies.
- Collaborated with school staff to maintain instructional continuity during teacher absences.
Educational Therapist Intern
CSUN Teaching, Learning & Counseling Consortium (TLCC)
Northridge, CA
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted educational assessments to identify students’ learning strengths and areas of need.
- Developed and implemented individualized interventions targeting reading, writing, mathematics, and executive functioning.
- Provided one-on-one and small-group academic support using evidence-based instructional strategies.
- Supported students in developing self-advocacy, confidence, and independent learning skills.
- Maintained session notes and contributed to progress reports and parent communication.
RSP Teacher – Short-Term Staff Permit
Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences (VAAS)
Granada Hills, CA
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented IEPs in collaboration with general education teachers, specialists, and families.
- Provided individualized and small-group academic instruction and support to students with disabilities.
- Supported student access to grade-level curriculum through accommodations, modifications, and targeted intervention.
- Assisted students with executive functioning, self-advocacy, academic, and social-emotional skills.
- Collected and maintained IEP data and used Welligent to support special education documentation and compliance.
Student Teacher
Emelita Elementary School
Encino, CA
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Planned and implemented lessons for students with diverse learning needs, including students with IEPs and Section 504 Plans.
- Adapted instruction and learning activities to support student participation and understanding.
- Assessed student work and provided feedback to guide academic progress.
- Collaborated with teachers and families regarding student learning and instructional strategies.
Fieldwork Student
Sylmar Elementary School
Sylmar, CA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided individualized and small-group academic support to students with disabilities.
- Assisted teachers with implementation of instructional strategies and student supports.
- Monitored student progress through classwork, assessments, and observation.
- Participated in IEP meetings with a mentor teacher.
Teacher’s Aide
Dyer Elementary School
Sylmar, CA
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Provided individualized and small-group instructional assistance to students.
- Supported classroom management and implementation of instructional activities.
- Created visual supports and prepared classroom materials to support lesson delivery.
Special Education Trainee
Ranchito Elementary School
Panorama City, CA
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Provided individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students with disabilities.
- Assisted special education teachers with instructional activities and classroom management.
- Supported students individually and in small groups to increase participation and understanding.
- Assisted with parent conferences and provided Spanish interpretation when needed.
Education
Education Specialist Induction Program – Special Education, Mild/Moderate
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CAMaster of Arts - Educational Therapy
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA12.2024
Education Specialist Credential - Mild/Moderate
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2021
Skills
- IEP Development
- IEP Goal Tracking
- Learning Accommodations
- Curriculum Modification
- Differentiated Instruction
- Academic Intervention
- Small-Group Instruction
- Student Data Collection
- Inclusion Support
- Classroom Management
- Positive Behavior Support
- Educator Collaboration
- Parent Communication
- Student Engagement
Timeline
Education Specialist – Mild/Moderate
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
08.2025 - Current
Educational Therapist Intern
CSUN Teaching, Learning & Counseling Consortium (TLCC)
08.2024 - 11.2024
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
08.2023 - 06.2025
RSP Teacher – Short-Term Staff Permit
Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences (VAAS)
12.2022 - 05.2023
Student Teacher
Emelita Elementary School
08.2022 - 11.2022
Fieldwork Student
Sylmar Elementary School
08.2021 - 11.2021
Teacher’s Aide
Dyer Elementary School
07.2018 - 05.2021
Special Education Trainee
Ranchito Elementary School
07.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Northridge
Education Specialist Credential - Mild/Moderate
California State University, Northridge
Master of Arts - Educational Therapy
California State University, Northridge
Education Specialist Induction Program – Special Education, Mild/Moderate
California State University, Northridge