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NIZEL WALLACE

Las Vegas

Summary

Special Education Teacher working to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.

Professional educator with proven track record of fostering academic success and inspiring love for learning. Adept at developing personalized lesson plans, utilizing effective teaching methods, and leveraging strong communication skills to engage students. Known for collaboration, adaptability, and consistently achieving measurable results in diverse educational settings. Reliable and focused on continuous improvement and support for both students and colleagues.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Autism Tutor

HILLEL TUTORING LLC
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Enhanced students' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
  • Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.

Office Manager

G & G HOME HEALTH SERVICE
07.2023 - Current
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Delivered doctors orders to clinic, hospitals and medical offices for signatures.
  • Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.

Autism Teacher

Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Special Education Teacher

Hollister School District
10.2018 - 06.2020
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

PAYATAS B ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2012 - 09.2018
  • Supported inclusion efforts by differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with special needs.
  • Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
  • Enhanced student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.

General Education Teacher/ MATH AND ELA TEACHER

QUEZON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT/PHILIPPINES
07.2004 - 07.2012
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, ensuring consistency in the curriculum across subject areas.
  • Promoted collaboration among students with group activities and peer review sessions, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
  • Improved classroom management and maintained a positive learning environment through clear communication of expectations and consequences.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

ST DOMINIC SAVIO COLLEGE
04.2018

Master of Arts - SPECIAL EDUCATION

NEW ERA UNIVERSITY
04.2017

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

UNIVERSITY OF RIZAL SYSTEM
04.2017

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Teacher Education

ALFONSO D TAN COLLEGES
03.2002

Skills

  • Group tutoring
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Evaluation
  • Creative Thinking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Progress Reporting
  • Online tutoring
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Teaching strategies
  • Online Teaching

Certification

  • Licensed Special Education Generalist- May 2023 to April2028
  • Licensed Special Education Autism - May 2023 to April 2028
  • CPR Certification-April2023 to April 2025

Timeline

Autism Tutor

HILLEL TUTORING LLC
08.2024 - Current

Office Manager

G & G HOME HEALTH SERVICE
07.2023 - Current

Autism Teacher

Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2020 - 06.2023

Special Education Teacher

Hollister School District
10.2018 - 06.2020

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

PAYATAS B ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
07.2012 - 09.2018

General Education Teacher/ MATH AND ELA TEACHER

QUEZON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT/PHILIPPINES
07.2004 - 07.2012

Master of Arts - SPECIAL EDUCATION

NEW ERA UNIVERSITY

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

UNIVERSITY OF RIZAL SYSTEM

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Teacher Education

ALFONSO D TAN COLLEGES

Master of Arts - Special Education

ST DOMINIC SAVIO COLLEGE

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