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Windy Segretto

San Jose,CA

Summary

Bringing a positive attitude and unwavering patience, I'm a dedicated and accommodating Special Education Teacher/Leader committed to a whole-child approach. I'm passionate about empowering students to achieve their full potential by actively addressing individual needs across academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains. I design and implement engaging, hands-on lessons that cater to diverse learning abilities, fostering a supportive, warm, and connected learning environment built on trust. My approach prioritizes constant communication and positive reinforcement, ensuring students receive the necessary tools for sustained academic achievement and holistic development through collaborative efforts.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal/Special Education Teacher

Kinship Academy NPS
08.2018 - Current
  • 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.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • 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.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices in special education instruction and classroom management techniques.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Conducted assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement, informing instructional strategies.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education in Leadership

National University Online
La Jolla, CA
12-2025

Administrative Services Credential -

County Office of Education
San Jose, CA
10-2022

Special Education Teaching Credential -

National Hispanic University
San Jose, CA
02-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
05-2003

Skills

    I Collaboration & Communication

  • Relationship building
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Teacher-parent collaboration
  • II Student Support & Individualized Plans

  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Life skills instruction
  • Social skills development
  • Child development skills
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Progress evaluations
  • III Classroom Management & Behavior Support

  • Crisis prevention and intervention
  • Classroom management
  • De-escalation techniques

Timeline

Principal/Special Education Teacher

Kinship Academy NPS
08.2018 - Current

Master of Arts - Special Education in Leadership

National University Online

Administrative Services Credential -

County Office of Education

Special Education Teaching Credential -

National Hispanic University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Sonoma State University