ROSALVA ELIZONDO
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Hard-working professional with 25 + years of experience and a proven knowledge of classroom management, lifelong learning, and instructional techniques. Aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Educator role at your company.
As an Special Education teacher I focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
As a Special Education Teacher I am familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
I am well organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Mullin ISD @ LEVELLAND , TX
07.2018 - 05.2023
- Monitored student conduct and utilized approved behavior management techniques to redirect and modify inappropriate behaviors
- Fulfilled district and state educational development requirements
- Implemented documented therapy plans for behavior intervention treatment
- Attended professional development activities to learn best practices in teaching
- Designed and implemented instructional programs and support services, allowing students to progress with IEPs
- Supervised and guided assistants and aides working with students
- Worked with trans-disciplinary team in planning and developing appropriate IEP goals
- Kept accurate reports, records and files on individual students
- Observed confidentiality rules and regulations to secure student data.
KINDER - 5TH GRADE SPECIAL ED. RESOURCE/INCLUSION
Lubbock ISD @ HODGES ELEMENTARY
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Conducted ARD's
- Knowledge of ESPED
- Created a classroom that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the mastery and interest of the students
- Prepared lessons that reflect accommodations for individual difference
- Prepared for class assigned and showed written evidence or preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
- Strived to implement by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
- Assessed the accomplishments of the students on regular basis and provide progress reports as required
- Referred students for evaluation by district specialists as required
- Maintained accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
- Planned and supervised purposeful assignments for teacher aide (s) and volunteer (s) and cooperated with department heads, evaluated their job performance
- Participated in district and campus staff development
- Attended staff meetings and served on staff committees
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues
- Established and maintained open lines of communication with students, parents nd community members
- Use LEXIA for Phonics, Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension.
1ST GRADE & SUMMER ESL 1ST - 3RD TEACHER
Brooks Of Science & Engineering /READ/INTERVENTION
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Taught assigned subjects to 1st grade students according to the curriculum plan
- Coordinated with other 1st grade teachers to maintain consist3ency in the curriculum
- Developed lesson plans and instructional ideas according to school standards
- Developed creative learning opportunities for student's education, social and behavior growth
- Inter acted with parents to inform about their children's academic progress
- Accommodated different learning styles and instruction methodology for English Language Learners and special education students
- Assisted a in planning and implementing school programs and other activities
- Developed positive parent-teacher relationships and promote parentteacher activities
- Attended educational trainings and workshops for professional growth
- Use LEXIA for Phonics, Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension.
PRE-KINDER - 3RD GRADE TEACHER (ESL)
South Texas Residential Center/ MIGRANT STUDENTS
12.2014 - 11.2015
- I worked with children from Central America (Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala) teaching them skills to help them adapt to the United States culture incorporating a bi-lingual curriculum
- As a pre-kinder teacher, I was responsible for providing direction and supervision as they engaged in individual and group projects
- I closely observed students and ensured that they grasped the materials and if not, re-teach when necessary
- Elements that were introduced to the students included reading, writing, mathematics, art, and music appreciation
- The incorporation of social skills was the center of the curriculum
- Maintaining their safety required constant mentoring to ensure that they were not engaging in unsafe behavior
- I created a warm and welcoming environment in which students felt emotionally safe
- A kindergarten teachers, we must have a deep reserve of patience and kindness upon which they can draw
- Communicating with parents took place daily along with daily assignments and progress reports.
SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-SCIENCE & HOMEBOUND TEACHER
GATEWAY ACADEMY SIERRA VISTA 9-12
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Plan Lessons
- Tracked and updated IEPs
- Developed and implemented individual behavior plans
- Routine Classroom management
- Conferencing with all parents
- Delivered instruction to small groups for pre-teaching, review and other purposes
- Delivered whole group instruction
- Determined appropriate curriculum modifications as indicated in their IEP.
SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE/INCLUSION ELEMENTARY TE
United ISD @ BONNIE GARCIA
08.2004 - 05.2012
- Special Education Lead Liaison
- Who's Who Among Teacher 2007
- Served as a member of the Special Education Leader in writing educational plans, progress reports, and competing assessments within the required timelines
- Responsible for understanding state required guidelines during standardized testing
- Ensured appropriate accommodations as identified on student IEP during state assessment
- Responsible for assessing student knowledge using formal and informal means to develop measurable IEP goals and to support student learning
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal SPED regulations
- Responsible for creating and coordinating the schedule of services for students to ensure IEP requirements were met
- Responsible for guiding and supervising paraprofessionals
- Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning in the least restrictive environment
- Worked one-to-one with Special Education students, tutored at-risk students, and collaborated with staff and parents.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 1ST-5TH
United ISD @ BONNIE GARCIA
06.2008 - 07.2008
- Closing the Gap
- Focused on Mat, Reading & Language Arts
- Collaborated with parents and members of staff to develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Prepared students to re-take state assessment.
SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNCTIONAL LIVING SKILLS ELEM.
United ISD @ LOS PRESIDENTES
06.2007 - 07.2007
- Focused on Developmental daily living skills
- Self Care Skills
- Gross Motor Skills
- Fine Motor Skills
- Household management and living skills.
SPECIAL EDUCATION PPCD UNIT TEACHER K-5TH
United ISD @ MULLER ELEMENTARY
06.2006 - 07.2006
- Prepared individual lesson plans to meet each studen IEP
- Share expectation with staff regarding absences, ARDs substitute, field trips, etc
- Routinely communicated with parents
- Worked with external resources: speech therapists, OT, PT and monitor progress of each student.
SUMMER SCHOOL CLOSING THE GAP
United ISD/Bonnie L. Garcia
06.2005 - 07.2005
- Closing the Gap
- Focused on Math, Reading & Language Arts
- Collaborated with parents and members of staff to develop and Individual Education Plan (IEP) for students with special needs
- Prepared students to re-take state assessment.
SPECIAL EDUCATION READING SPECIALIST 6TH - 8TH
United ISD/Clark Middle School
10.2001 - 05.2002
- Collaborated with general education teachers to monitor students' progress
- Coordinated special education meetings as well as parent conference meetings
- Worked closely with teachers for implementation of necessary accommodations and modifications for students with special needs.
UNITED ISD/UNITED S.T.E.P. ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
United ISD @ UNITED S.T.E.P. ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
01.2000 - 10.2001
- Taught Reading, Math and ELAR
- Responsible for developing appropriate Individual Education Plan (IEP) for students with special needs
- Facilitated IEP meetings, mentor new resource teachers and oversaw paraeducators.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN PSYCHOLOGY -
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX05.1975
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
La Feria High School
La Feria, TX05.1975
Skills
- READING
- WORKING WITH UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN
- SAFETY MONITORING
- MATHEMATICS INTERVENTION
- SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION
- SCHEDULING PROFICIENCY
Certification
- ESL SUPPLEMENTAL
- ENGLISH LANGUGE ARTS AND READING (4-8)
- GENERALIST (EC-4)
- SPECIAL EDUCATION (EC-12)
- BILINGUAL EDUCATION SUPPLOEMENTAL 94-8)
Coursework
- Math
- Reading
References
References available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Mullin ISD @ LEVELLAND , TX
07.2018 - 05.2023
KINDER - 5TH GRADE SPECIAL ED. RESOURCE/INCLUSION
Lubbock ISD @ HODGES ELEMENTARY
08.2017 - 05.2018
1ST GRADE & SUMMER ESL 1ST - 3RD TEACHER
Brooks Of Science & Engineering /READ/INTERVENTION
02.2016 - 02.2017
PRE-KINDER - 3RD GRADE TEACHER (ESL)
South Texas Residential Center/ MIGRANT STUDENTS
12.2014 - 11.2015
SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-SCIENCE & HOMEBOUND TEACHER
GATEWAY ACADEMY SIERRA VISTA 9-12
08.2012 - 06.2013
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 1ST-5TH
United ISD @ BONNIE GARCIA
06.2008 - 07.2008
SPECIAL EDUCATION FUNCTIONAL LIVING SKILLS ELEM.
United ISD @ LOS PRESIDENTES
06.2007 - 07.2007
SPECIAL EDUCATION PPCD UNIT TEACHER K-5TH
United ISD @ MULLER ELEMENTARY
06.2006 - 07.2006
SUMMER SCHOOL CLOSING THE GAP
United ISD/Bonnie L. Garcia
06.2005 - 07.2005
SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE/INCLUSION ELEMENTARY TE
United ISD @ BONNIE GARCIA
08.2004 - 05.2012
SPECIAL EDUCATION READING SPECIALIST 6TH - 8TH
United ISD/Clark Middle School
10.2001 - 05.2002
UNITED ISD/UNITED S.T.E.P. ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
United ISD @ UNITED S.T.E.P. ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL
01.2000 - 10.2001
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) IN PSYCHOLOGY -
Texas A&M International University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
La Feria High School
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