Résumé

 

 

Education

1995 Masters of Science in Special Education, National University, San
Diego, California

1994 Professional Clear in Special Education, National University, San
Diego, California

1989 Preliminary Multiple Subject Credential, California State
University, Stanislaus, Turlock, California 

 

1988 Bachelor of Arts Degree, Major: Liberal Studies, Concentration;
Psychology, California State University, Stanislaus, Turlock,
California 

 

 

Experience Teaching

1993 - present  Specialist Teacher, Julien Elementary School, Turlock
Ca., Grades 3-7
  • Specialist teacher, for the emotionally disturbed
  • Evaluates emotional and behavioral disturbances
  • Creates specific individual programs addressing aberrant behavior, in a triage fashion
  • Provides an emotionally nurturing environment
  • Build trust thought consistency, and self esteem with experiences of success
  • Instills a sense of accomplishment through guided reflective
    considerations
  • Moves students toward higher levels of function with skills in training in appropriate social interaction

 

 

1989-1993 Teacher, for the emotionally disturbed, Crowell Elementary
School, Turlock Ca., Grades 3-6
  • Integrated a curriculum which followed state mandate, while simultaneously providing a whole class experience
  • Built a token economy with excisable materials in a cost-effective manner (must also be meaningful to the students) 
  • Manipulated classroom floor plan to give the greatest sense of safety to all
  • Organized a predictable day which could continue to flow smoothly, despite abreacting acting out
  • Direct teaching of basic school conduct procedures to guarantee students successful movement in the classroom, as well as on the campus

 
   
 
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