Ursula Gutierrez Wells
Austin,TX
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher with 20 years of experience as an Educator. Familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and modifications for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Dyslexia Interventionist-Teacher
Wayside Schools
Austin, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Set achievable and challenging goals for individualized education plans for dyslexic students.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- 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.
- Employed variety of instructional techniques and media to meet needs and capabilities of assigned dyslexic students.
Elementary School Tutor/Online Tutor/Spanish Tutor
Varsity Tutors
Austin, TX
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with parents to create tutoring sessions appropriate for student's age, learning preference and learning style
- Worked with K-5th grade students on reading comprehension
- Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans
- Offered complete instructional support for students unable to attend regular classes
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses
- Structured activities for interactive learning, including word analysis, reading understanding and fluency skills
- Worked with students in classrooms, small study areas or home environments to provide educational support
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure
Special Education Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Substitute Teacher
St. Gregory Cathedral School “Blue Ribbon School
08.2010 - 05.2017
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Took over Pre-K-5th grade classes, managing all classroom assignments, student needs and record keeping
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Classroom Teacher
Southwest ISD, Sky Harbour Elementary “Recognized Campus
08.2004 - 06.2010
- Experienced in creating a motivational atmosphere on campus
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
Education
BA - Interdisciplinary Studies
University Of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2004
Skills
- General Education PK-8th
- Special Education
- Dyslexia Intervention
- Individualized instruction
- Child development
- Special Needs Support
- Fluent in Spanish
- ESL
Certification
Early Childhood Education-4th grade
EC-8th grade
Timeline
Dyslexia Interventionist-Teacher
Wayside Schools
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
10.2021 - 05.2022
Elementary School Tutor/Online Tutor/Spanish Tutor
Varsity Tutors
10.2019 - 12.2023
Substitute Teacher
St. Gregory Cathedral School “Blue Ribbon School
08.2010 - 05.2017
Classroom Teacher
Southwest ISD, Sky Harbour Elementary “Recognized Campus
08.2004 - 06.2010
BA - Interdisciplinary Studies
University Of Texas At San Antonio