Priscilla Perez
Mesilla
Summary
Seasoned educator with over 20 years of experience in fostering collaboration among faculty and engaging parents. Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learners while creating inclusive environments that enhance student success. Expertise in multicultural awareness, building student rapport, and implementing differentiated instruction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Las Cruces Public Schools
Las Cruces
08.2004 - Current
- Managed case files for special education students, ensuring compliance with individual education plans.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences and annual IEP meetings to address student progress and resolve concerns regarding educational plans.
- Reviewed academic records to develop complete understanding of each student's abilities and initiated learning solutions to address areas of concern.
- Evaluated student performance, behavior, and social development, implementing targeted strategies to support struggling learners.
- Supervised afterschool activities including tutoring sessions or special interest groups.
- Identified students' needs and cooperated with other professional staff members to develop solutions for health, behavioral and learning challenges.
- Organized field trips for students to explore potential college options or attend cultural events.
- Advised students regarding academic decisions or career paths related to their educational goals.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs such as or debate Best Buddies and HOSA.
- Strategized with school administration to provide insight & opportunities for students and staff programs
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles.
- Partnered with colleagues to create and execute interdisciplinary projects and activities that enhance student engagement and learning.
- Maintained classroom management to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other teachers, support staff, administrators, and parents in order to ensure successful outcomes for students.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University Northridge
Northridge, CA06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education Certification
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM06-2008
Master of Arts - Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA06-2003
Skills
- Faculty collaboration, a part of the Instructional Leadership Team
- IEP development
- Parent engagement
- Extracurricular leadership
- Academic advising
- Effective communication
- Multicultural awareness
- Student rapport building
- Staff development
- Compliance
- Positive role model and mentor
- Licensed in Gen Ed & Sped
- Performance motivation
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teaching
- Professional collaboration
Timeline
High School Teacher
Las Cruces Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University Northridge
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education Certification
New Mexico State University
Master of Arts - Education
Azusa Pacific University