Teresa Christine Colarusso
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and quick learning ability. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Seeking to contribute to disability awareness and and teach future professionals about the laws that protect those with disabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader - Adapted Physical Education
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
06.2022 - Current
- Demonstrate leadership and mentor teachers to ensure all students access the physical education curriculum.
- Monitor teachers' monthly schedules to ensure IEP minutes are met for each student.
- Conduct monthly team meetings to analyze successful strategies to enhance student participation in physical education classes.
- Collaborate with team leaders and administration in monthly meetings to enhance student participation and teacher effectiveness.
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
08.2014 - Current
- Advocate for students' rights under IDEA and the ADA to ensure students are learning in the least restrictive environment.
- Evaluate students to assess their individual needs for gross motor adaptation in physical education.
- Engage in IEP team meetings and interactions with staff to assess student advancements and enhance interventions.
- Assess students' performance levels accurately and maintain detailed records of their progress toward IEP goals.
- Encourage inclusion and social interaction between students during group activities.
- Monitor student behavior and provide support when needed.
- Evaluate individual goals and objectives related to adapted physical education programs.
- Provide advice and assistance to general physical education teachers regarding adapted physical education interventions.
- Adapt traditional sports rules so that all students can participate safely.
- Engage with children through various fun activities to promote muscle development and inclusion.
- Provide positive feedback to encourage students' participation in physical education programs.
- Instruct students using terms that are understandable and appropriate to their abilities.
Online Summer School Teacher
Nevada Learning Academy
Las Vegas , NV
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of a diverse group of students.
- Conducted parent and teacher conferences when needed to discuss student progress.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual student needs.
- Supported special requirements of students with learning disabilities through individualized support.
Extended School Year Physical Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Encouraged positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students felt safe and respected.
- Planned class activities that were both educational and fun for all participants involved.
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Implemented lesson plans to meet the specific needs of students with disabilities to reach IEP goals.
- Provided ongoing assessments to track student progress and facilitate modifications as needed to maintain skills during summer.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive behaviors while discouraging negative behaviors in the classroom setting's.
Online Summer School Teacher
Nevada Learning Academy
Las Vegas , NV
05.2020 - 07.2020
Online Summer School Teacher
Nevada Learning Academy
Las Vegas , NV
05.2019 - 07.2019
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
06.2017 - 07.2017
Lead Coordinator CCSD Special Olympics Games
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Demonstrated elementary physical education games focused on including students with disabilities in PE.
- Organized and hosted Unified Basketball and Soccer Skills Competition - Ambulatory and non-ambulatory students, grades 6th– 12th, with moderate to severe physical disabilities competed with able-bodied peers in multi-school basketball and soccer events.
- Ultimate Challenge - Facilitated physical activities for elementary school children with moderate to severe physical and intellectual disabilities.
Specialized Learning Disabilities (SLD) Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
02.2012 - 06.2014
- Differentiated grade-level instruction, according to student skill level, for grades 1 through 4.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Conferred with specialists to support the needs of students with individualized educational plans.
- Evaluated data and used measurements to plan, coordinate, and advance student progress.
- Identified weaknesses and strengths to create strategic student improvement plans.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
06.2013 - 07.2013
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas , NV
06.2012 - 07.2012
Education
Master of Education - Advanced Teaching And Leadership
Sierra Nevada College
Incline Village, NV12.2014
Master of Education - Education of Individuals With Autism
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA12-2012
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV12.2011
Skills
- Excellent Communicator (with parents, students, and colleagues)
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Intervention
- Strong Work Ethic
- Self-Motivated
- Driven
- Time Management
- Experienced in online learning as a teacher and an adult student
- Passionate teacher mentor
Certification
- National Board Certified Teacher 2020, Renewal Pending
- Endorsement: TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language), August 2019
- Endorsement: Autism, April 2017
- Endorsement: Secondary Physical Education and Health, April 2017
- License: Physical Education Grades K-12, April 2012
- Endorsement: Adaptive Physical Education ages 3-21 Years, April 2012
Affiliations
- Managed and coached multiple girls’ soccer teams.
- Youth Travel Hockey: Fundraising committee, locker room monitor, and penalty box attendant.
- Room mom at my children's schools and dance recitals.
- Scuba Diving
- Hiking
- Traveling
Community Service
- Special Olympic events, Volunteer – 2013- Present
- Paralympic sporting events, Volunteer, 2011 - Present
- Three Square (food bank), Volunteer
- Las Vegas Rescue Mission - Volunteer: preparing and serving meals.
- Nevada Association of Independent Businesses, Volunteer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Online Summer School Teacher
Nevada Learning Academy
05.2024 - 07.2024
Extended School Year Physical Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2023 - 07.2023
Team Leader - Adapted Physical Education
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2022 - Current
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2022 - 07.2022
Online Summer School Teacher
Nevada Learning Academy
05.2020 - 07.2020
Online Summer School Teacher
Nevada Learning Academy
05.2019 - 07.2019
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2017 - 07.2017
Lead Coordinator CCSD Special Olympics Games
Clark County School District, CCSD
01.2015 - 05.2017
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2014 - Current
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2013 - 07.2013
Extended School Year Teacher - Autism
Clark County School District, CCSD
06.2012 - 07.2012
Specialized Learning Disabilities (SLD) Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
02.2012 - 06.2014
Master of Education - Advanced Teaching And Leadership
Sierra Nevada College
Master of Education - Education of Individuals With Autism
Lesley University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of Nevada Las Vegas
- National Board Certified Teacher 2020, Renewal Pending
- Endorsement: TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language), August 2019
- Endorsement: Autism, April 2017
- Endorsement: Secondary Physical Education and Health, April 2017
- License: Physical Education Grades K-12, April 2012
- Endorsement: Adaptive Physical Education ages 3-21 Years, April 2012
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