Bernadette Santos Colle

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Arts~ Major in Psychology (1992-1996)

Taft Avenue, Manila Philippines

State Board for Educator Certification/Texas Education Agency 512-***-****

Special Education EC-12

Region 1 ESC, Edinburgh

Areas of Proficiency includes:

Admission, Review and Dismissal Process

Individualized Education Plan

Manage student behavior and administer

Discipline including Crisis Intervention

and Positive Behavior Intervention System

Multidisciplinary Educational Plan

Compliance with federal, state, district,

and school regulations and policies

Consultation with regular/resource

classroom teachers regarding

management of student behavior and

academics according to IEP.

Assessments – Formal/Informal

Student-centered learning environment

Curriculum implementation

Student motivation

Team teaching approach

Use of manipulative

Use of assistive technology

Thematic Units

Multi-Sensory Lessons

Parent & Teacher Conference

Compilation,maintenance and filing of

documentation

Google for Education

Clever

Smart Learning Suite -Lumio

Frontline Education

Reading Horizons Program

Lexia Core 5 Reading Program

VMath by Voyager Sopris

TEACHING/ WORK EXPERIENCE

United Independent School District

Laredo, Texas

DR.M.E MALAKOFF ELEMENTARY ~San Isidro

2810 Havana Dr. Laredo TX 78045

2013- 2022

Instructedstudentsreceivingspecialeducationserviceswithengagingandresearch-basedlessons with emphasis on relevance and rigor,real-life and on-grade level curriculum in the areas of Math, Reading and Language Arts-1st through 4th grade.

Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning including individualized instruction, peer tutoring,inclusion,co-teach,and project-based learning.Exercise flexibility within the classroom addressing students’ needs through appropriate accommodations.

Modeled, trained, and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instructions and materials ensuring the diverse needs of every student are successfully realized.

Delivered instructions for students who are identified with Dyslexia using Reading Horizons Reading Program. Responsible for assessing the students and for recommendations to receive the program.

Coordinate and hold IEP meetings annually and as per request for students in the special education program.

Part of the special education cadre team in creating a streamlined curriculum for 4th and 5th grade students identified with Dyslexia using the Reading Horizons Program. TRAUTMANN MIDDLE SCHOOL

2007-2011

8501 Curly Dr. Laredo TX 78045

Special Education Teacher – Resource (Math 6th,7th,8th Grade)

Developed and implemented individual educational plans for each student based on functioning levels assessed formally and informally, classroom observation and actual demonstration of skills.

Instructed 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in the area of Mathematics using highly engaging activities based on TEKS and district developed curriculum and multi-sensory lessons and technology. Utilized Project-Based Learning in conjunction with the targeted TEKS for mastery of skills with emphasis on real-world application to support significance of the lesson learned. Supported instruction using internet based lessons and educational programs to address areas of need for remedial and tutoring.

Coordinated with teachers, parent, teacher assistants/aides and various service providers that include speech, occupational therapist, behavior specialist, diagnostician for students having Learning Disability, Emotional Disturbance, Autism, Developmental delays, Speech Impairment, ADHD, ADD, Oppositional Defiance in a Resource and General education classrooms.

Coordinated several students in the Admission, Review and Dismissal process with assistance of Special Education Team, General education teachers, administrators, counselors and parents. Review data collected from current and past formal written interview, checklist and survey, and state assessment results for recommendation and placement purposes.

Modeled, trained, and consulted teachers on modifications and accommodations to instructions and materials ensuring the diverse needs of every student are successfully realized.

Actively supported teaching professionals on effective work strategies to work with students with special needs;

Facilitated presentations to grade level teams and recommended strategies while providing interventions and methods on successful behavior management.

Activelyinvolvedinstudent’sbehavioral,social,andacademicdevelopment,aidingstudentsto develop intellectually and emotionally,to function in the real world with socially acceptable behavior.

SALINAS ELEMENTARY 2002-2007

1000 Century Dr. Laredo TX

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – Resource Setting (1st-4th Reading,Math,Language Arts)

Instructedstudentsreceivingspecialeducationserviceswithengagingandresearch-basedlessons with emphasis on relevance and rigor,real-life and on-grade level curriculum in the areas of Math, Reading and Language Arts-1st through 4th grade.

Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning including individualized instruction, peer tutoring,inclusion,co-teach,and project-based learning.Exercise flexibility within the classroom addressing students’ needs through appropriate accommodations.

Modeled,trained,and consulted teachers on modificationsandaccommodationstoinstructions and materials ensuring the diverse needs of every student are successfully realized.

Actively supported teaching professionals on effective work strategies with special needs, maintaining a strong focus on learners who are placed in a Resource setting. Facilitated presentationstogradelevelteamsandrecommendedstrategieswhileprovidinginterventionsand methods on successful behavior management.

Actively involved in student’s behavioral,social,andacademicdevelopment,aidingstudentsto develop intellectually and emotionally,to function in the real world with socially acceptable behavior.

Coordinated several students in the Admission, Review and Dismissal process with assistance of Special Education Team, General education teachers, administrators, counselors and parents. Review data collected from current and past formal written interview, checklist and survey, and state assessment results for recommendation and placement purposes PASIG CATHOLIC COLLEGE 1996-2001

Pasig City, Philippines

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Conductedcareerguidanceandcounselingtojuniorandseniorstudents.Facilitated seminars and activities that promote holistic growth and conducts interviews to incoming freshmen for admission purposes.

Provided counseling service to students and parents needed intervention and guidance with emphasis on academic awareness,educational planning for college, emotional and spiritual growth and civic responsibility.

Administered, scored and interpreted psychological tests monitored by the Philippines Psychological Corporation.

Taught values education classes to high school students using structured settings with real life integration.

Present:

Life-Coach In-Training

Jay Shetty Certification School:

Empowerment Coaching: Primary focus is on empowerment coaching. She’s currently in training with focus on developing expertise in helping individuals reclaim their personal power, build self-confidence, and overcome obstacles that may be holding them back. Her goal-oriented approach and empowering techniques enable clients to create positive change and achieve their desired outcomes.

Relationship Empowerment: She’s currently in training with focus coaching individuals who have experienced unhealthy relationships; assists clients in healing from past wounds, setting healthy boundaries, enhancing communication skills, and cultivating self-worth.Her guidance empowers clients to create fulfilling and harmonious relationships in their lives.

Personal Development: She’s currently in training with focus on supporting individuals in their personal growth journey. She helps clients identify their strengths, values, and aspirations, and guides them in setting meaningful goals. With her guidance, clients gain clarity, develop effective strategies, and take inspired action to achieve personal growth and transformation.

Career Empowerment: She’s currently in training with focus on coaching for individuals seeking career transformations. She assists clients in exploring their passions, aligning their career choices with their values, and developing strategies for professional growth. Her guidance empowers clients to make informed decisions, navigate career transitions, and pursue fulfilling and purpose-driven careers.

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