SARA FREDRICK
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Dedicated 20+ Special Educationm Teacher offering professional offers expertise in curriculum implementation and student assessment. Hardworking and kind professional commended for teaching and mentoring students to help transition to next grade. Strong communicator passionate about providing appropriate learning techniques and behavioral redirection for children with learning, intellectual, and emotional disabilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
San Diego, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Assessed student performance in physical activities to evaluate progress and modify instruction accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessment data, program objectives.
- Facilitated daily warm-up exercises prior to beginning any physical activity sessions.
- Developed IEPs for each student based on their specific needs.
- Adapted traditional sports rules so that all students can participate safely.
- Participated in meetings with IEP team and other staff members to discuss student progress and optimize plans.
Special Education Specialist
San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD)
San Diego, CA
09.2007 - 08.2018
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to develop Individualized Education Programs for students.
- Developed educational materials tailored to the individual needs of each student.
- Facilitated meetings between parents, administrators and teachers regarding IEPs, services provided and academic progress.
- Provided direct instruction to students with special needs in a variety of areas, including academics, behavior management and social skills.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
Resource Specialist, (K-6)
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
Los Angeles, CA
12.2005 - 06.2007
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
Paraprofessional and Student Teacher for Elementary School Resource Program
Denver Public Schools (DPS)
Denver, CO
08.2002 - 12.2005
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Education
Adapted Physical Education Credential - Education
01-2017
California Education Specialist Credential - Education
01-2008
Master's Degree -
06.2007
Bachelor's Degree -
09.2001
High School Diploma -
06.1997
Skills
- IEP development
- Differentiated instruction
- Instructional planning
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Student assessment
- Curriculum adaptation
- Collaboration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Inclusion strategies
- Parent communications
Certification
- Education Specialist Instruction Credential - Level II, August 2013
- Crosscultural Language and Academic Development Certificate, March 2008
- Adapted Physical Education Teacher Credential, May 2016
Awards
Above and Beyond Reward Recipient - Special Education Community Advisory Community (CAC), May, 2014, Current membership - National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)
Accomplishments
- Flexibility with varying site assignments, based on student population/needs within the 2nd largest school district in California.
Timeline
Adapted Physical Education Teacher - San Diego Unified School District
08.2018 - Current
Special Education Specialist - San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD)
09.2007 - 08.2018
Resource Specialist, (K-6) - Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
12.2005 - 06.2007
Paraprofessional and Student Teacher for Elementary School Resource Program - Denver Public Schools (DPS)
08.2002 - 12.2005
Point Loma Nazarene University - Adapted Physical Education Credential, Education
National University - California Education Specialist Credential, Education
Regis University - Master's Degree,
Clark University - Bachelor's Degree,
East High School - High School Diploma,