Uheina Tonga
San Mateo,CA
Summary
Organized Special Education Teacher successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Certified and licensed in California and recognized as highly qualified educator. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
South San Francisco Unified School District
02.2021 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
2L3S Tutoring
Owner Of Tutoring Service
06.2007 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Math Teacher
Notre Dame Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Science
Portland State University
Portland, ORAssociate of Science - Chemistry
Portland Community College
Portland, ORMaster of Arts - Education/Special Education
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CA06.2021
Skills
- Special Education
- Case Manager
- Plan for student success based on assessed needs of individual students
- Help students by using data and information to determine each student’s current knowledge and skill level
- Set student learning goals, and assess student progress within an educational model of practice
- Standardized Test Results Review
- Social and Academic Development
- Parent Relationship Management
- Motivating Students
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- In-Depth Knowledge of Autism
- Educational Strategies
- Classroom Management
- IEP Development
- Evidence-Based Assessment
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
- Parent and Guardian Communication
- Personal Hygiene Support
Accomplishments
Internship at Buri Buri Elementary School, South San Francisco during COVID
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
South San Francisco Unified School District
02.2021 - Current
Math Teacher
Notre Dame Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2020
2L3S Tutoring
Owner Of Tutoring Service
06.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - General Science
Portland State University
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Portland Community College
Master of Arts - Education/Special Education
Notre Dame De Namur University
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