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Teresa Garcia

Teresa Garcia

Riverside,Ca

Summary

Dedicated educator looking to apply experience in individualized education Develop inclusive learning environments to engage preschool students in learning through play. Implement evidence-based practices when planning activities to promote development based on child’s knowledge, needs, skills, and abilities. Compassionate Special Education Teacher with proven background in enhancing learning experiences for children with diverse needs. Skilled in creating adaptive teaching methods tailored to individual student requirements, fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Strengths include effective communication, behavioral management techniques, and developing interactive educational materials. Improved academic performance and social integration for students through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts with parents and professionals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher TK

Florida Street Discovery Center
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.

Impact Sub

Highgrove Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2024
  • Implemented school policies while displaying fairness towards all students.
  • Collaborated with administrators, teachers and families to ensure student success.
  • Teach classes K-6 while teachers attend professional training, IEPs, SSTs, Administer LAS Links, ELPAC, and SBAC testing
  • Provided guidance for small groups of students during independent work times.

Instructional Assistant Special Education II

RUSD
10.2008 - 06.2018
  • Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning or differentiated instruction.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers regarding student achievement.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and methodologies.
  • Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

California State University of San Bernardino

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Brandman University

Skills

  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Lesson planning
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Sensory integration
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Crisis prevention and intervention

Timeline

Special Education Teacher TK

Florida Street Discovery Center
09.2024 - Current

Impact Sub

Highgrove Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2024

Instructional Assistant Special Education II

RUSD
10.2008 - 06.2018

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

California State University of San Bernardino

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Brandman University
Teresa Garcia