Raymond Sayre
SAN BERNARDINO,CA
Summary
Im a perceptive educator and an advocate of special needs children. Due to the training I received with my own autistic children, I learned to better manage their needs as it pertains to their education. Using these skills, my children have been in advance classes, above grade level, and have received highest honor awards as well as an Outstanding Student Award, only given to two students per school, per school year. I stay on top of trends in education to maintain modern, efficient systems meeting needs of diverse students. Solid relationship-builder with decisive approach to solving operational problems. Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino, CA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
School Custodian
San Bernardino City Unified School District
SAN BERNARDINO, CA
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Completed routine floor stripping, sealing, and finishing.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
Special Education Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
SAN BERNARDINO, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- 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.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Service Kitchen Operator
San Bernardino City Unified School District
SAN BERNARDINO, CA
02.2009 - 04.2024
- Consistently met health department inspection standards by maintaining a clean workspace and following all required protocols.
- Implemented new protocols for food safety, resulting in fewer instances of contamination or illness among customers.
- Participated in local culinary events and competitions, showcasing the restaurant''s unique offerings and generating increased interest from potential patrons.
- Mentored junior kitchen team members on advanced cooking techniques, fostering an environment of continuous learning and skill development within the workplace.
- Regularly assessed kitchen equipment performance, scheduling maintenance or replacement as necessary to maintain optimal functionality.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict food safety guidelines and regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2023
Associate of Arts - Humanities
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA05.2019
Master of Science - Special Education
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA 04.2025 - Current
Skills
- Rapport building
- Cultural awareness
- Process management
- Consultation and advisory
- Admissions process knowledge
- Small group instruction
- Managing deadlines
- Program management
- Group and Individual Instruction
- MS Office Proficiency
- Food Handling Preparation
- Special Education
- Evidence-Based Assessment
- Educational Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Student Support
- Parent Communication
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
- Parent and Guardian Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Autism and Spectrum Disorders
- Positive Role Model
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Small Group Instruction
- Development of Social Skills
- Positive Learning Environment
- Community Resource Referral
- Educational Opportunities
- Classroom Management
- Motivating Students
- Emotional Disorders
- IEP Development
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Mathematics
Timeline
Master of Science - Special Education
California Baptist University
04.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
04.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
San Bernardino City Unified School District
08.2023 - 12.2023
School Custodian
San Bernardino City Unified School District
05.2023 - 12.2023
Service Kitchen Operator
San Bernardino City Unified School District
02.2009 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education And Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Humanities
San Bernardino Valley College
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