Patti Pena
Yukon,OK
Summary
Dedicated and passionate special education teacher with 28 years of experience fostering inclusive learning environments and empowering students with diverse needs. Adept at developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), adapting curricula, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support student success. Strong communicator with a talent for building relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Experienced mentor and trainer with expertise in professional development and classroom management. Seeking to leverage leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills in educational or corporate settings.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Mustang High School
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented IEPs to meet individual student needs
- Adapted curriculum and provided differentiated instruction
- Collaborated with general education teachers to ensure inclusion
- Assessed student progress and adjusted strategies accordingly
- Maintained communication with parents and support teams
Special Education Teacher
U.S. Grant High School
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided direct instruction and adapted lessons for students with disabilities
- Fostered student social-emotional growth through structured interventions
- Coordinated with service providers and documented student progress
- Ensured compliance with educational laws and best practices
Special Education Teacher
Borrego Pass School (K-8)
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed IEPs and adapted lessons to accommodate diverse learners
- Worked closely with teachers, parents, and specialists for student success
- Integrated students into mainstream classrooms with necessary support
- Monitored and assessed student progress, adjusting instruction as needed
Special Education Teacher
U.S. Grant High School
01.2017 - 12.2022
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Grove Intermediate
01.2016 - 12.2017
Special Education Teacher
Texarkana Arkansas School District
01.2014 - 12.2016
Special Education Teacher
Sedgwick County Coop
01.2013 - 12.2014
Special Education Teacher
Liberty Eylau Primary School
01.2012 - 12.2013
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Grove Intermediate
01.2011 - 12.2012
Special Education Teacher
USD 259/North High School/Wichita Children’s Home
01.2006 - 12.2011
Special Education Teacher
Commerce Middle School
01.2001 - 12.2006
Special Education Teacher
Laughlin High School
01.2000 - 12.2000
Special Education Teacher
Rose Witcher Elementary
01.1993 - 12.2000
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Texas A&M University
Commerce, TXBachelor of Education - Special Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OKLiberty Eylau High School -
Texarkana, TX01.1979
Skills
- Individualized instruction
- Differentiated teaching
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Collaboration
- Special education laws
- Compliance
- Student assessment
- Progress monitoring
- Adaptive technology
- Professional development
- Mentoring
- Patience
- Empathy
- Cultural sensitivity
- Strategic problem-solving
- Time management
- Small group instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Behavior modification
- Co-teaching experience
- Inclusion strategies
- Instructional adaptation
- Assessment strategies
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Certified Special Education Teacher
- Ongoing training in behavioral interventions, assistive technology, and inclusive education best practices
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Mustang High School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Special Education Teacher
U.S. Grant High School
10.2023 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Borrego Pass School (K-8)
08.2022 - 10.2023
Special Education Teacher
U.S. Grant High School
01.2017 - 12.2022
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Grove Intermediate
01.2016 - 12.2017
Special Education Teacher
Texarkana Arkansas School District
01.2014 - 12.2016
Special Education Teacher
Sedgwick County Coop
01.2013 - 12.2014
Special Education Teacher
Liberty Eylau Primary School
01.2012 - 12.2013
Special Education Teacher
Pleasant Grove Intermediate
01.2011 - 12.2012
Special Education Teacher
USD 259/North High School/Wichita Children’s Home
01.2006 - 12.2011
Special Education Teacher
Commerce Middle School
01.2001 - 12.2006
Special Education Teacher
Laughlin High School
01.2000 - 12.2000
Special Education Teacher
Rose Witcher Elementary
01.1993 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Education - Special Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Liberty Eylau High School -
Master of Education - Special Education
Texas A&M University
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