Raysa Rodriguez
The Bronx
Summary
Dynamic Bilingual Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at the New York City Department of Education. Expert in developing individualized education plans and fostering family engagement. Skilled in classroom management and curriculum adaptation, enhancing student success through innovative teaching methods and positive reinforcement strategies. Committed to empowering diverse learners.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Special Education Teacher
New York City Department of Education
Bronx
09.1998 - Current
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
- Defined and communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods.
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing effective classroom management procedures.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Engaged in professional development activities related to best practices in special education teaching methods.
- Provided instruction in Spanish to English-language learners with disabilities.
- Assisted in the development of behavior intervention plans.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.
- Collaborated with families, teachers, school psychologists, administrators, and other professionals to ensure student success.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Conducted assessments of student progress and performance.
- Facilitated parent meetings to discuss IEPs and educational goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Enhanced students' physical, behavioral and social skills through class activities.
- Adapted curriculum materials to meet the needs of diverse learning styles.
- Implemented visual supports such as graphic organizers, pictures, and symbols to help ELLs better understand content material.
Mentor Teacher
NYC Department of Education
The Bronx
09.2005 - 06.2020
- Advised new teachers on problem solving strategies related to challenging behaviors exhibited by students.
- Provided resources such as books, articles, and websites that could be used by mentors and mentees during coaching sessions.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Facilitated professional development for colleagues in the areas of lesson planning, assessment practices, and technology integration.
- Coached teachers in effective instructional techniques, including scaffolding activities to promote student engagement.
- Maintained accurate records regarding mentor and mentee meetings, assessments of progress made towards achieving goals established at the start of the program year.
- Collaborated with other mentor teachers in order to share best practices and discuss challenges associated with mentoring beginning teachers.
Physical Education Teacher/School Site Coordinator
P.17X@ 385
The Bronx
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Created lesson plans that focus on developing physical literacy skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching.
- Instructed students in classroom settings on specific exercises, team sports concept and overall safety to avoid injuries.
- Planned class activities that were both educational and fun for all participants involved.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Taught students about concepts regarding fitness, health and well-being.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Encouraged positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students felt safe and respected.
- Implemented injury prevention protocols when needed during PE classes.
- Monitored the progress of each student in order to identify areas of improvement or success.
ADL Teacher
NYC Department of Education/P.17X
The Bronx
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education (K-12) And Bilingual Extension
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05-2001
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05-1999
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05-1997
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior intervention plans
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Professional development
- Family engagement
- Curriculum adaptation
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- IEP and BIP implementation
- Bilingual instruction
- Positive reinforcement
Languages
Spanish
Professional
American Sign Language
Limited
Italian
Limited
French
Elementary
Timeline
Physical Education Teacher/School Site Coordinator
P.17X@ 385
09.2016 - 06.2018
ADL Teacher
NYC Department of Education/P.17X
07.2016 - 08.2016
Mentor Teacher
NYC Department of Education
09.2005 - 06.2020
Bilingual Special Education Teacher
New York City Department of Education
09.1998 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education (K-12) And Bilingual Extension
Mercy College
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Mercy College
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Mercy College
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