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ROBIN YESCAS

Garden Grove,USA

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate special education professional with extensive experience in behavioral support, particularly within the Westminster School District. Proven ability to implement inclusive education strategies and conduct effective behavior interventions, resulting in notable improvements in student well-being. Strong skills in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving contribute to fostering positive educational environments. Committed to enhancing learning experiences for all students through dedicated support and innovative practices.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Inclusion Teacher

Westminster School District
Westminster, CA
11.2023 - Current
  • Worked collaboratively with regular education teachers who had included students
  • Provided staff development in the area of inclusion
  • Met with instructional assistants who are working with included students on a regular basis to monitor student progress
  • Coordinated inclusion meetings with regular education teachers, support staff and parents to ensure student success

Educational Specialist Mild/Moderate

Westminster School District
Westminster, CA
08.2015 - 11.2024
  • Developed and implemented Individual Education Plan for students
  • Assessed students' skills and determine their academic need of support
  • Supervised and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities
  • Provided research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP

Health Assistant

Westminster School District
Westminster, CA
01.2006 - 08.2014
  • Provided a variety of health services to students at an assigned school

Behavior Interventionist

Easter Seals Southern California
Santa Ana, CA
04.2012 - 06.2012
  • Provided one-on-one intervention and behavioral support, as developed by the child's interdisciplinary team, to children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Youth Partner

Olive Crest
Santa Ana, CA
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Supervised youth in a residential group home
  • Mentored and teach independent living skills
  • Applied behavior modifications and crisis management

Education

Administration Services Credential -

National University
Costa Mesa, CA
06.2021

Master's Degree - Special Education

National University
Costa Mesa, CA
05.2015

Educational Specialist Credential -

National University
La Jolla, CA
05-2015

B.S. - Child and Adolescent Studies

Cal State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
01-2012

Associates of Arts - Liberal Studies

Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA
06.2009

Skills

  • Positive Role Model
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • IEP Development
  • Relationship building
  • Behavior intervention plans
  • Universal design
  • Problem-solving abilities

Extracurricular Activities

LCAP Team for Westminster School District, 2024, 2020 Special Education Committee, 2024, 2020 Induction Candidate Coach, 2024 Master Teacher for Student Teacher Candidate, 2021, 2023 Employee of the Year, Westminster School District, 2007

Languages

Spanish, Elementary

Timeline

Inclusion Teacher

Westminster School District
11.2023 - Current

Educational Specialist Mild/Moderate

Westminster School District
08.2015 - 11.2024

Behavior Interventionist

Easter Seals Southern California
04.2012 - 06.2012

Youth Partner

Olive Crest
09.2011 - 06.2012

Health Assistant

Westminster School District
01.2006 - 08.2014

Administration Services Credential -

National University

Master's Degree - Special Education

National University

Educational Specialist Credential -

National University

B.S. - Child and Adolescent Studies

Cal State University, Fullerton

Associates of Arts - Liberal Studies

Coastline Community College
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