Vanessa Plascencia
Richmond,TX
Summary
Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Teacher skilled at addressing each student's unique needs and creating effective lesson plans to accommodate special circumstances. Provides appropriate and individualized instruction to build foundations for lifelong learning. Develops, implements and acts as teacher of record of Individualized Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
Missouri City , TX
2019.08 - Current
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Utilized technology resources such as online programs and assistive devices.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Fort Bend Independent School District
Sugar Land , TX
2014.08 - 2019.05
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Assisted teachers in creating and implementing Individualized Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify educational materials to meet the individual needs of each student.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Supported the development of social skills through modeling appropriate behavior and interactions with peers.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Administered assessments as directed by teachers or other school personnel.
- Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
North American University
Stafford, TX2014-05
Skills
- Motor Skills Development
- Assessment Strategies
- Augmentative Communication
- Assistive Technology
- Co-teaching Experience
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Job readiness training
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Data Collection
- Special Education
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Positive Role Model
- Team building
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- Special Education Ec-12
- Ec-6 Generalist
- ESL EC-12 Supplemental
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Fort Bend Independent School District
2019.08 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Fort Bend Independent School District
2014.08 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
North American University
- Special Education Ec-12
- Ec-6 Generalist
- ESL EC-12 Supplemental
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