Pamela Avila
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals Good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Coordinator
Explore Academy Charter School
08.2020 - Current
- Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
- Coordinated with outside state agencies to acquire services for special needs children.
- Supported general education teachers and administrators in implementing strategies to meet needs of students with IEPs.
- Maintained contact with parents to address concerns and needs of children.
- Use PowerSchool and Special Programs to maintain student records and prepare reports.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 40 students and 18 instructors.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Worked with children to assist development of prosocial communication and interaction.
Special Education Teacher
Rio Rancho School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Mathematics Teacher
Altura Preparatory School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Special Education Teacher
Altura Preparatory School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, COPh.D. - Educational Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06.2026
Master of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08.2012
Skills
- Program Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Public Speaking
- Disciplinary Actions
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Online Teaching
- Curriculum Planning
- Lesson Development
- Lesson Planning
- Research and Analysis
- Student Development
- Mathematics and Statistics
Certification
- Licensed Special Education Teacher - 4.5 years
- LETRS Training - 2 years
- CPI Training - 3 years
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Special Education Coordinator
Explore Academy Charter School
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Rio Rancho School District
08.2020 - 08.2021
Mathematics Teacher
Altura Preparatory School
08.2019 - 08.2020
Special Education Teacher
Altura Preparatory School
08.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Colorado Mesa University
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Capella University
Master of Science - Psychology
Capella University
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