RAUL MEDIAVILLO
LAS VEGAS
Summary
Special Education TESOL (ELD) teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience in various learning environments. Very willing to learn and implement school academic curriculum and lesson plans. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations for resource and inclusion students. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOLS DISTRICT
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools District
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Teaching special education students in a co-teach instructional/classroom setting
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
English Language Development/Reading Mentoring Teacher (TESOL Teacher)
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Taught ESL mid school students
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Science, Soc. Stud. & Math Inclusion SPED Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Taught special education middle school students in inclusion classes
- Partnered with parents and guardians to develop strategies for supporting their child''s learning at home, enhancing overall student success.
- Provided ongoing feedback and guidance to general education teachers on accommodating diverse learners in their classrooms, ensuring inclusive practices.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring to identify areas of improvement and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Advocated for appropriate accommodations and modifications during standardized testing, enabling accurate assessment of special education students'' abilities.
- 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.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Provided emotional support to students and families.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Taught special education students in resource classes
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Continually pursued professional growth opportunities through conferences, webinars, and coursework to remain current on trends in special education pedagogy and best practices.
- Provided ongoing communication with parents/guardians regarding students'' progress, goals, and achievements in a timely manner.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss students'' needs, share insights, and develop effective intervention plans aligned with their unique strengths and challenges.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and IEP objectives to ensure compliance with federal regulations and school district policies.
Kindergarten, 2nd and 4TH Grade Regular Education Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Taught regular Kindergarten, 2nd and 4th grade students
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and fellow educators to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a liaison between school administration and parents, addressing concerns and ensuring timely communication regarding student progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and educational trends.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Regular Education Kindergarten Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Taught regular Kindergarten students
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
- Kept accurate documents about student progress for school and parent records.
- Helped struggling students by motivating and encouraging kids to reach full potential.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established and maintained consistent classroom rules and expectations for obedience.
Regular Education Kindergarten Teacher
St. Anthony Indian School
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Taught regular Kindergarten students
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Special Education Resource Teacher and Industrial/Practical Arts Drafting Teacher
Cibecue Community School
12.2006 - 05.2008
- Taught Drafting, Reading, Written Language and Math to Special Education high school students
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Taught students in self-contained and resource environments.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and creating a safe learning environment where they could thrive academically and emotionally.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Provided ongoing communication with parents/guardians regarding students'' progress, goals, and achievements in a timely manner.
- Improved student behavior and social skills through implementation of positive reinforcement strategies and consistent classroom management techniques.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Industrial/Practical Arts Drafting Regular Teacher
Muntinlupa National High School
06.1995 - 11.2006
- Taught Industrial/Practical Arts Secondary Drafting high school students
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Industrial/Practical Arts Secondary Drafting Teacher
General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
06.1986 - 12.1992
- Taught Industrial/Practical Arts Secondary Drafting high school students
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Ph.D. - Developmental Education (9 Credit Hours)
Central Luzon State University
Cabanatuan City, Philippines06.2018
Certificate - Medical Billing & Coding (Distance Education)
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA 3009207.2012
No Degree - Multicultural Education
Western New Mexico University
Gallup, NM 8730105.2010
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Special Education
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines 05.2006
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Educational Management
St. Francis of Assisi College
Las Pinas City, Philippines 04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Education- Drafting
Eulogio “Amang” Rodriguez Institute of Science And
04.1986
Skills
- Drafting
- Calligraphy lettering
- Video and photography
- Field trip assistance
- One-on-one or small group tutoring
- Sports activities
- Church choir member
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Motivating students
- Parent Communication
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Special Education
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Student Records Management
- Elementary Education
- IEP development
- Individualized Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Co-teaching Experience
- Group and individual instruction
Additional Information
One of my favorite teaching quotations:
“Teachers have three loves: love of learning, love of learners, and the love of bringing the first two loves together.”
–Scott Hayden
Licensing Qualifications
- Maryland Educator Certificate, SPC I (Standard Professional I) Special Education Infant-3/1-8, 3821, 07/01/2019, 06/30/2024
- State of New Mexico Special Education and Secondary Education Teaching Licenses, Level Three- A Instructional Leader Pre K-12 Special Education License with Endorsement in TESOL, 329506, 06/01/2017, 06/30/2026
- State of New Mexico Special Education and Secondary Education Teaching Licenses, Level Three- A Instructional Leader 6-12 Secondary License with Endorsement in Technology Education and TESOL, 329506, 06/01/2017, 06/30/2026
Universities Attended
- Central Luzon State University, Cabanatuan City, Philippines, Developmental Education Ph.D., 01/2018, 06/2018
- Ashworth College, Norcross, Georgia, 30092, Medical Billing and Coding, 07/2009, 07/2012
- Western New Mexico University, Gallup, New Mexico, 87301, Multicultural Education for TESOL Endorsement License, 08/2009, 05/2010
- Philippine Normal University, Taft Avenue, Manila, Philippines, Master of Arts in Special Education (Major in Mental Retardation), 10/2003, 05/2006
- St. Francis of Assisi College, Las Pinas City, Philippines, Master of Arts in Educational Management, 10/1997, 04/2003
- Eulogio "Amang" Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology, Nagtahan, Sampaloc Manila, Philippines, Bachelor of Science in Industrial Education (Major in Drafting), 06/1981, 04/1986
References
- Diedra Tramel, Principal, Frances Fuchs Early Childhood Center, 11011 Cherry Hill Rd., Beltsville, MD, 20705, 301-572-0600
- Rhodora Alonzo, Assistant Principal, Frances Fuchs Early Childhood Center, 11011 Cherry Hill Rd., Beltsville, MD, 20705, 301-572-0600
- Cindy Ettinger, Frances Fuchs Early Childhood Center, 11011 Cherry Hill Rd., Beltsville, MD, 20705, 301-572-0600
Certification
1.) State of Nevada- Licensed Standard- Special Education
K-12 (Grade Level)
July 20, 2020 (Original Endorsement Date)
Generalist (Endorsement)
August 30, 2022 (License Issue Date)
June 13, 2027 (Expiration Date)
211318 (License No.)
2.) State of Nevada- Licensed Interim- Education- IRC
0- 7 yrs (Grade Level)
August 14, 2020 (Original Endorsement Date)
Early Childhood Developmentally Delayed (Endorsement)
August 30, 2022 (License Issue Date)
June 13, 2027 (Expiration Date)
211318 (License No.)
3.) State of Nevada- Licensed Standard- Special
K-12 (Grade Level)
English Language Acquisition and Development
(formerly TESL)
August 30, 2022 (License Issue Date)
June 13, 2027 (Expiration Date)
211318 (License No.)
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOLS DISTRICT
09.2020 - 05.2024
Special Education Teacher
Prince George's County Public Schools District
08.2019 - 06.2020
English Language Development/Reading Mentoring Teacher (TESOL Teacher)
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2018 - 06.2019
Science, Soc. Stud. & Math Inclusion SPED Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2014 - 05.2018
Special Education Resource Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2012 - 05.2014
Kindergarten, 2nd and 4TH Grade Regular Education Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2010 - 05.2012
Regular Education Kindergarten Teacher
Gallup McKinley County Schools District
08.2009 - 05.2010
Regular Education Kindergarten Teacher
St. Anthony Indian School
08.2008 - 05.2009
Special Education Resource Teacher and Industrial/Practical Arts Drafting Teacher
Cibecue Community School
12.2006 - 05.2008
Industrial/Practical Arts Drafting Regular Teacher
Muntinlupa National High School
06.1995 - 11.2006
Industrial/Practical Arts Secondary Drafting Teacher
General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School
06.1986 - 12.1992
Ph.D. - Developmental Education (9 Credit Hours)
Central Luzon State University
Certificate - Medical Billing & Coding (Distance Education)
Ashworth College
No Degree - Multicultural Education
Western New Mexico University
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Special Education
Philippine Normal University
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Educational Management
St. Francis of Assisi College
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Education- Drafting
Eulogio “Amang” Rodriguez Institute of Science And
1.) State of Nevada- Licensed Standard- Special Education
K-12 (Grade Level)
July 20, 2020 (Original Endorsement Date)
Generalist (Endorsement)
August 30, 2022 (License Issue Date)
June 13, 2027 (Expiration Date)
211318 (License No.)
2.) State of Nevada- Licensed Interim- Education- IRC
0- 7 yrs (Grade Level)
August 14, 2020 (Original Endorsement Date)
Early Childhood Developmentally Delayed (Endorsement)
August 30, 2022 (License Issue Date)
June 13, 2027 (Expiration Date)
211318 (License No.)
3.) State of Nevada- Licensed Standard- Special
K-12 (Grade Level)
English Language Acquisition and Development
(formerly TESL)
August 30, 2022 (License Issue Date)
June 13, 2027 (Expiration Date)
211318 (License No.)
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