ROCIO BONILLA
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dedicated Special Education Teacher entering her fourth year of experience supporting diverse learners from elementary through middle school. Holds a California Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild to Moderate Support Needs and a Master of Arts in Special Education. Proficient in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), delivering tailored instruction, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address the unique needs of students. Bilingual in English and Spanish, equipped with strong communication skills and a steadfast commitment to inclusive practices that foster student growth and academic success.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Specialist
ACE Charter Schools
San Jose, CA
01.2024 - 07.2026
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to create accommodations and modifications that facilitated successful inclusion of students with special needs.
- Redirected students to foster positive behavior and enhance their learning environment.
- Delivered targeted small group instruction aimed at improving academic performance and skills retention.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Fostered positive relationships with families, promoting open communication regarding student achievements and challenges.
- Supported IEP students in overcoming language barriers to enhance academic performance.
Paraprofessional
Rocketship Public Schools
San Jose, CA
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Implemented push-in support strategies, enhancing educators' ability to address diverse student needs.
- Facilitated development and execution of engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Assisted 3rd graders in mastering mathematical concepts and improving close reading skills through targeted instructional strategies.
- Delivered structured phonics instruction to 5th graders, aimed at improving reading fluency through mastery of letter combinations and repeated readings.
- Supported classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Enhanced classroom management by supporting teachers with behavioral interventions and tracking student progress.
Education Specialist
Voices Academy- Mount Pleasant
San Jose, CA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Responsible for managing the IEP caseload for students K-5th and providing feedback to students, classroom teachers, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.;
- Provides educational instruction and manages student behavior as outlined in the IEP for identified individuals with exceptional needs and develops behavior support plans as needed.
- Delivered educational instruction and managed student behavior as outlined in the IEP for individuals with exceptional needs, developing behavior support plans as necessary.
- Coordinated referral and assessment procedures, facilitating IEP team meetings to ensure compliance and collaboration among stakeholders.
- Coordinated special education services with regular school programs for individuals with exceptional needs, monitoring IEP implementation and related services.
- Maintained and prepared reports and records regarding student matters as directed.
Special Education Associate Teacher
Voices Academy- Mount Pleasant
San Jose, CA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Collaborate closely with other teachers, education specialists, and the principal to improve their own and others' instructional practices.
- Supervised and instructed students in classroom settings to enhance learning.
- Assisted teachers in managing student behavior, fostering an engaging learning environment for all students.
- Delivered instruction to students with special needs per IEP, coordinating with support services like speech and occupational therapy.
Americorps City Year Member
CITY YEAR
San Jose, CA
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported academic growth of students in low-income communities through classroom and after-school programs.
- Tutored students in various subjects while implementing STEAM, art, and social emotional learning curriculum.
- Collaborated with partner teacher and administrators to enhance classroom management strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Mary's College of California
Moraga, CA12-2020
Master of Arts - Special Education
Alliant International University
San Diego, CA08-2026
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Behavior intervention plans
- Small group instruction
- Classroom management
- De-escalation techniques
- Mathematics instruction
- Autism behavior management
- Co-teaching experience (one teach, one assist)
- Paraprofessional oversight
- Collaborative teamwork
- Parent communication
- Verbal and nonverbal communication
- Relationship building
Certification
California Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential: Mild to Moderate Support Needs
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), Issued 8/31/2026 with English Learner Authorization (ELAE)
American Heart Association Heartsaver: CPR/AED certified: Adult, Child & Infant, issued 7/2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Learning Specialist
ACE Charter Schools
01.2024 - 07.2026
Paraprofessional
Rocketship Public Schools
08.2023 - 11.2023
Education Specialist
Voices Academy- Mount Pleasant
08.2022 - 05.2023
Special Education Associate Teacher
Voices Academy- Mount Pleasant
02.2022 - 06.2022
Americorps City Year Member
CITY YEAR
07.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Mary's College of California
Master of Arts - Special Education
Alliant International University