Teresita Sandra Flores
Eagle Pass,TX
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with 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.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Eagle Pass Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2023
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Guided students through transition planning processes, preparing them for post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
- Improved reading comprehension among students with learning disabilities by designing and delivering targeted literacy activities.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet varied needs of students, enhancing educational accessibility.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Advocated for rights and needs of students with special education requirements, ensuring access to appropriate resources and accommodations.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Classroom Teacher
Eagle Pass Independent School District
08.1981 - 05.2009
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Mentored new teachers entering the profession and provided constructive feedback on their teaching methods, promoting growth within the school community.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Guidance & Counseling
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.1980
Associate of Science - Education
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX05.1978
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Small Group Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Lesson Planning
- Inclusion Strategies
- Team Collaboration
- Group and individual instruction
- Motivating students
- Parent Communication
- Instructional Strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Special Education
- Behavior Modification
Certification
Special Education EC - 12
Bilingual / ESL Certification 1-8
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Eagle Pass Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2023
Classroom Teacher
Eagle Pass Independent School District
08.1981 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education & Guidance & Counseling
Texas State University
Associate of Science - Education
Southwest Texas Junior College
Special Education EC - 12
Bilingual / ESL Certification 1-8
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