Robert Chavez
BAKERSFIELD,CA
Summary
Experienced Special Education Teacher leveraging extensive knowledge in behavior intervention plans and co-teaching methodologies. Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored instructional strategies and improve student performance.
Knowledge of sales techniques and strategies used to create new business, and generate leads to have residual business.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Kern High School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust interventions accordingly.
- Led training sessions for staff on inclusive practices and special education regulations.
- Served as Department's Assistant Program Specialist where my duties were to attend regular training involving standards and policy knowledge and development, and coordinating meetings for students and their families.
- Participated in Community Outreach where I was accompanied by other staff members to complete home visits to students having difficulties at home.
Special Education Teacher
Edison School District
Bakersfield, CA
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Mentored new teachers in effective classroom management techniques and individualized instruction methods.
- Established positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes growth.
- Advocated for necessary resources and accommodations to ensure compliance with IEP requirements.
- Evaluated student performance data to inform instructional decisions and improve educational outcomes.
General Manager
In-Shape Health Club
Bakersfield, CA
06.2006 - 07.2015
- Led operational strategy to enhance member engagement, increase sales numbers, and retention initiatives.
- Developed and implemented budget management processes to optimize financial performance.
- Oversaw staff training programs, improving service quality and team efficiency.
- Was a member of a traveling team of managers that were involved in marketing, hiring, and training for the grand openings of new clubs.
Assistant Sales Manager
24 Hour Fitness
Bakersfield, CA
06.2003 - 06.2006
- Drove personal and team performance and product knowledge.
- Developed and implemented strategic sales initiatives to increase membership retention rates.
- Collaborated with marketing to create promotional campaigns that boosted member engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
National University
La Jolla, CA06-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Social Studies Education
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA06-2005
Associate of Arts - Economics
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05-2002
High School Diploma -
East Bakersfield High School
Bakersfield, CA06-1998
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans
- Co-teaching experience
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
- Inclusion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Parent communication
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Instructional strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Special education
- Parent communications
- Behavior intervention plans
- Trained in CPI
- Literacy intervention
- Visual supports
- Behavior modifications
- Student support
- Progress evaluations
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Student records management
- Assistive technology
- Functional behavior assessment
- Instructional adaptation
- Emotional support
- Behavior modification
- Crisis prevention and intervention
- Disability assessment testing
- Data collection
- Autism spectrum
- Excellent classroom management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Kern High School District
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Edison School District
08.2015 - 08.2018
General Manager
In-Shape Health Club
06.2006 - 07.2015
Assistant Sales Manager
24 Hour Fitness
06.2003 - 06.2006
Master of Arts - Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Social Studies Education
California State University, Bakersfield
Associate of Arts - Economics
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
East Bakersfield High School