Education & Experience
Education
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
Valid Until: November 2026
Original Issue date: October 2009
English Learner Authorization - CLAD Certificate embedded. Instructional services may be provided to English Learners
Authorizes the holder to conduct educational assessments related to student's access to the academic core curriculum and progress towards meeting instructional academic goals, provide instruction, and Special Education support to individuals in Kindergarten, Grades 1 - 12 (through age 22) and classes organized primarily for adults in services across the continuum of program options available with a primary disability of :
Specific Learning Disabilities
Mild/moderate Intellectual Disabilities
Other Health Impairment, and Emotional Disturbance
Added Authorization, Autism Spectrum Disorders
University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global) *Currently enrolled
State-Approved, Autism Specialist Certificate 4-Course, 12-Units
CTC-designated authorization to serve learners with Autism Spectrum
Preliminary Mild/Moderate Education Specialist Credential Program
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF)
Accredited program by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
The Mild/Moderate credential authorizes the provision of services to individuals in grades K-12 to age 22, with mild/moderate disabilities such as autism, intellectual disabilities, specific learning disabilities, and other health-impaired and emotional disturbances.
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology/Behavioral Science, Minor
California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH)
Psychology courses relating to counseling, clinical psychology, health psychology and behavioral medicine, industrial and organizational psychology, computers, and service in community agencies
Behavior Science
Experience
iLead Exploration Hybrid
Job Title: Education Specialist (Student Support)
School Year: 2020 - Present
Plan, develop and implement IEPs collaboratively with an IEP Team as needed for students assessed and identified with a disability.
Provide specific academic instruction for students with services established and documented on a students' IEP, and develop appropriate social, emotional and education objectives for each student
Case manage and update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect learner’s progress toward meeting IEP goals.
Confer and collaborate with IEP Teams (parents, facilitators, administrators and Care Team)
Maintain regular communication with parents by providing support, coaching and understanding
Participate in the Student Study Team (SST) process and recommend interventions for assigned grade level
Cabrillo Point Academy
Job Title: Education Specialist Mild/Moderate (SPED Dept)
School Year: 2019 - 2020
Delivered Special Education and Academic Skills Intervention Services
Perform initial, triennial, and other assessments for in order to identify student needs
Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with IEP team members using the Special Education Information System (SEIS) program
Consult/collaborate with parents, staff, and service providers to ensure appropriate delivery of special education services
Maintain special education records to meet compliance guidelines
Springs Charter Schools
Job Title: Special Education Teacher (Pupil Services)
School Year: 2012 - 2019
Case Management and instructional support for students with disabilities based on Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Communicate effectively with parents, provider, teachers and staff members
Administer and interpret diagnostic and standardized tests; prepare individualized education plan (IEP) documents,
Schedule and conduct IEP meetings with parents, administrators, psychologists, and other required staff
Ongoing student assessment and evaluation
Ongoing instructional planning with General Education teachers utilizing data driven decision-making
Excel Academy Charter School
Job Title: Special Education Case Manager (SPED Dept)
Date: Summer Session, 2018
Deliver and/or monitor instruction of students for the purpose of ensuring successful progress towards student's goals and objectives including the provision of a variety of virtual and in person service delivery models including push-in, pull - out, and co-teaching
Consult with teachers, administrators, and parents regarding the operational aspects of a special education program
Develop, write and manage IEPs which include annual goals for students with special needs
Complete academic assessments and write assessment reports, as needed, in preparation for IEPs or to assess ongoing progress
Provide consultation on curriculum accommodations, which assists staff in accommodating the curriculum to meet the learning style and needs of the child with a disability
Leadership Public Schools
Job Title: Education Specialist (LPS)
School Year: 2010 - 2011
Providing direct instruction/support to students whose needs were identified in an IEP developed by the IEP team
Plan and direct a variety of programs, projects, and activities as it relates to special education
Plan, lead, and participate in IEP meetings to review the student’s achievement and progress toward meeting annual goals and objectives
Demonstrate teaching strategies and utilizing materials considered appropriate and effective
Utilize assessment results in developing IEP goals and objectives
Plan and deliver rigorous and differentiated lessons
Volunteer Experience
iLead Exploration Hybrid
Title: BSU High School Club Advisor, (Black Student Union)
School Year: 2022 - Present
Make clear that all club activities, events follow the school policies and procedures, as well as the student code of conduct.
Advisors are also expected to give guidance, be available and encouraging when needed.
Host virtual meetings via Zoom and assist in scheduling future events for students to meet and discuss topics of interest
Monitor discussions on the BSU Discord channel