Viviana Padilla-Gonzalez
Sparks,NV
Summary
Versatile and dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and case manager with focus on individual needs of young special education students. A provider who is empathetic, culturally sensitive and accommodating when designing individualized education programs. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. A dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Always willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Washoe County School District
11.2020 - Current
- Conducted multidisciplinary evaluations for pre-school age students to determine eligibility for special education services.
- Review records prior to evaluating students in order to prepare materials and needed documents
- Conducted evaluations in more than one format; group evaluations and individual evaluations.
- Engaged students with specialized play in order to complete evaluations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary reports that describe performance of students during evaluations.
- Administered, interpreted and reported student evaluations to parents and guardians.
- Collaborated with other teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational programs for each student.
- Designed individualized Educational Programs and developed goals focused on areas for improvement.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assessments and other assignments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group evaluations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Developmental Specialist III
Nevada Early Intervention Services
12.2011 - 11.2020
- As a Developmental Specialist I conducted multidisciplinary evaluations to determine if clients age birth to 3yrs were eligible fo IDEA Part C services.
- Created written reports to inform parents and colleagues of student's performance during evaluations and activities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive Individual Family Service Plans
- Coordinated effectively with healthcare providers communicating pertinent information regarding clients' medical conditions impacting their overall development.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks effectively while maintaining high-quality service delivery.
- Conducted home visits to provide individualized services, case management and specialized instruction.
- Maintained detailed records of each client's progress, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and collaboration among team members.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in designing interventions, enhancing effectiveness of each client's individualized family plan.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities staying current with best practices in special education and early intervention field.
- Established strong relationships with community resources, connecting clients with additional services as needed to support their development.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Gained knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
University Of Nevada Reno
Reno, NV05.2014
Skills
- IEP development
- Assessment administration
- Community Resource Referrals
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Parent communications
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Multitasking
- Bilingual (Spanish-read,write, and translate)
- Culturally sensitive
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Washoe County School District
11.2020 - Current
Developmental Specialist III
Nevada Early Intervention Services
12.2011 - 11.2020
Master of Education - Early Childhood Special Education
University Of Nevada Reno
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