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Yesenia Lipps

Buckeye,AZ

Summary

Talented Special Education Teacher focused on meeting student academic and emotional needs. Compassionate and caring in delivery of personalized, hands-on support and lessons targeted to specific learning needs and strengths. Leverages strong communication skills and patient nature to provide positive reinforcement in team-based, structured environments. Dedicated Special Education Teacher focused on building students' strengths and confidence. Committed to providing students with firm guidelines, structure, routines and dependability to foster social and academic growth. Prepared to handle onsite, online or blended instruction.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher/Intake

Adobe Mountain School
Phoenix, AZ
02.2020 - Current
  • In charge of Intake for Special Education.
  • Full Tabe new commits.
  • Conducts home language survey.
  • Contacts parents of new Special Education commits to communicate all necessary info.
  • Reviews all Special Education document for new commits.
  • Educational representative for the Family Advisory Committee.
  • A part of the Special Education audit from the ADE
  • Reviews all case workers IEP’s and MET’s
  • Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.
  • Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.
  • Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
  • Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
  • Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.

Special Education Teacher

Accel
Tempe, AZ
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Instructed special education classes using evidence-based practices.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.

Special Education Teacher

Combs School District
San Tan Valley, AZ
02.2018 - 01.2019
  • Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Florence State Prison
Florence, AZ
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.

Substitute Teacher

Houston Missouri School District
Houston, MO
01.2017 - 02.2017
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
  • Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.

Head Start Teacher

Tulare County Office Of Education
Visalia, CA
07.2014 - 07.2015
  • Supported special education services as needed by collaborating closely with specialists assigned to each student's case.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Teacher's Assistant

Boys and Girls Club
Branson, MO
03.2014 - 07.2014
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Conducted assessments for new students entering the school district.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
  • Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Texas county hospital
Houston, MO
10.2011 - 03.2014
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Nursing Assistant

Pyramid Home Health
Springfield , MO
12.2010 - 10.2011
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Wasco State Prison
Wasco, CA
03.2007 - 09.2009
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary

Kaweah Delta Hospital
Visalia, CA
04.2002 - 03.2007
  • Answered telephone calls promptly and directed them to appropriate personnel or departments.
  • Transcribed recorded practitioners' diagnoses and recommendations into medical records.
  • Responded to requests from internal staff regarding patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Assisted with admitting processes including completing forms, obtaining signatures and verifying insurance coverage.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

Education

Master of Education in Educational Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02-2025

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Wellness

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2022

Graduate Certificate in TESOL

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02-2022

Master of Arts - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
03-2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Drury University
Springfield, MO

Associate of Science - Psychology

Drury University
Springfield, MO

Timeline

Special Education Teacher/Intake

Adobe Mountain School
02.2020 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Accel
01.2019 - 02.2020

Special Education Teacher

Combs School District
02.2018 - 01.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Florence State Prison
02.2017 - 02.2018

Substitute Teacher

Houston Missouri School District
01.2017 - 02.2017

Head Start Teacher

Tulare County Office Of Education
07.2014 - 07.2015

Teacher's Assistant

Boys and Girls Club
03.2014 - 07.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant

Texas county hospital
10.2011 - 03.2014

Nursing Assistant

Pyramid Home Health
12.2010 - 10.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant

Wasco State Prison
03.2007 - 09.2009

Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary

Kaweah Delta Hospital
04.2002 - 03.2007

Master of Education in Educational Administration

Grand Canyon University

Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Wellness

Grand Canyon University

Graduate Certificate in TESOL

Grand Canyon University

Master of Arts - Special Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Drury University

Associate of Science - Psychology

Drury University

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