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Yukiko Nishino

Tukwila,WA

Summary

Early childhood education professional with strong foundation in special education methodologies and inclusive teaching practices. Proven ability to create supportive learning environments that address diverse student needs. Highly collaborative and results-driven, known for adaptability and teamwork.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Tukwila School District
09.2022 - Current
  • Designed individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs of students.
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and participation.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and address student progress and development.
  • Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student performance and inform instructional decisions.
  • Facilitated communication between families and educational staff to ensure cohesive support for students.
  • Developed adaptive learning materials tailored to various developmental stages and abilities.
  • Enhanced classroom environment through positive behavioral interventions, fostering inclusive learning experiences.
  • Provided training and mentorship for new staff on best practices in special education teaching methods.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, using data analysis tools to inform ongoing instructional planning and decisionmaking.
  • Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments and increased mastery of key concepts.
  • Coordinated with related service providers to ensure seamless delivery of supports for students requiring additional interventions or therapies.
  • Supported inclusion efforts by differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with special needs.
  • Increased parent involvement in the learning process by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Developed and taught engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans to differentiate needs for learners.
  • Prepared, scheduled and led IEPs to provide right help to meet child's present needs.
  • Established safe play environment for students.
  • Developed data-taking mechanisms and analysis to drive instruction and monitor student progress.
  • Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement method, resulting in decrease in tantrums in classroom.

Early Childhood Special Education Assistant

Tukwila School District
03.2013 - 06.2022
  • Supported individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers to implement behavioral management strategies effectively.
  • Assisted in the development of adaptive materials and resources for classroom activities.
  • Monitored student progress, documenting observations to inform instructional adjustments.
  • Trained new assistants on best practices for supporting special education initiatives.
  • Contributed to team meetings by sharing insights on student performance and needs.
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one support and small group instruction.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Provided ongoing progress monitoring and data collection to evaluate student performance and inform instructional adjustments.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by creating visual supports, sensory accommodations, and structured routines.
  • Supported students'' social-emotional development through modeling appropriate behaviors and teaching self-regulation skills.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other support staff in developing inclusive classroom environments.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.
  • Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.

Education

Master of Arts - Early Childhood/ Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2024

Skills

  • Individualized education plans
  • Sensory integration techniques
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Inclusive teaching practices
  • Early intervention strategies
  • Play-based learning
  • Language development strategies
  • Visual supports implementation
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Data collection
  • Group and individual instruction
  • IEP implementation

Certification

  • Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Timeline

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Tukwila School District
09.2022 - Current

Early Childhood Special Education Assistant

Tukwila School District
03.2013 - 06.2022

Master of Arts - Early Childhood/ Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University

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