Ricky Pina
Rapid City
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements, and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Bellaire Public Schools
Bellaire
06.2016 - 02.2026
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies to enhance student learning engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development goals.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and behavior incidents.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
Patient Advocate
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Fort Meade
04.2012 - 05.2015
- Facilitated communication between veterans and healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients in navigating healthcare services and benefits.
- Educated veterans on available resources and support programs.
- Case-Management: assigned six Federal court ordered Veterans.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and services provided.
- Advised on available resources such as financial assistance programs or home care options.
- Organized patient records and updated information in the hospital database system.
- Advocated for patients' rights when dealing with third party payers or other healthcare entities.
Special Education Teacher
Mancelona Public Schools
Mancelona
06.2007 - 04.2012
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies to enhance student learning engagement.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development goals.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and behavior incidents.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education And Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 05.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
- IEP development
- Classroom management
- Behavior interventions
- Needs assessment
- Support coordination
- Collaborative education
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Parent involvement
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Bellaire Public Schools
06.2016 - 02.2026
Master of Arts - Special Education And Leadership
Liberty University
05.2014 - 05.2018
Patient Advocate
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2012 - 05.2015
Special Education Teacher
Mancelona Public Schools
06.2007 - 04.2012