Stephanie Alvarado Lopez
West Hempstead
Summary
I am a passionate Special Education teacher with over 10 years of experience working with children and young adults. In addition to this extensive experience, I have spent two years as an ICT teacher and two years as a 12:1:1 classroom teacher. I am dedicated to creating a positive and engaging learning environment where students feel inspired to grow and succeed. I have successfully supported diverse learners, including multilingual students, by implementing individualized instruction, hands-on activities, and positive behavior strategies. I am consistently motivated by helping students build confidence and independence both socially and academically. I bring strong skills in differentiated instruction, classroom management, IEP implementation, and collaboration with families and staff.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
PS60 Woodhaven
Queens
11.2022 - Current
- Provide instruction to students with a range of academic, behavioral, and language needs in an ICT and 12:1:1 classroom setting.
- Differentiated lessons and materials to meet IEP goals in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and social-emotional skills, enhancing individualized learning experiences.
- Implemented positive behavior supports and classroom routines to maintain student engagement and focus, promoting a conducive learning environment.
- Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and families to monitor progress and create meaningful learning plans.
- Supported multilingual learners by building vocabulary, modeling language, and using visuals, sentence stems, and small-group instruction, fostering language acquisition and comprehension.
Substitute Teacher
PS60 Woodhaven
Queens
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Implemented teacher plans and ensured adherence to classroom routines across multiple grade levels and subjects.
- Adapted instruction to support students with special needs and varying learning styles.
- Created positive classroom environment and facilitated smooth transitions throughout school day.
- Cultivated strong relationships with students and staff, frequently requested by teachers for reliability and effective classroom management.
Education
Masters - General Education and Special Education
Metropolitan College of New York
Manhattan, New YorkBachelors Degree - Health Science
York College
Queens, New YorkAssociate degree - Arts and Science
New York City of Technology
Brooklyn, New YorkSkills
- Special education support
- IEP implementation
- Differentiated instruction
- Small-group instruction and 1:1 instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Collaborative teaching
- Classroom management and behavior support
- Parent-staff communication
- Highly organized
- Punctual and committed
- Adaptable and eager to learn
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
PS60 Woodhaven
11.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
PS60 Woodhaven
09.2021 - 11.2022
Masters - General Education and Special Education
Metropolitan College of New York
Bachelors Degree - Health Science
York College
Associate degree - Arts and Science
New York City of Technology