ADDRESS
PHONE
LANGUAGES
*********@*******.***
Dallas, TX 75212
CONTACT
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
WORK EXPERIENCE
LORENA
GONZALEZ
SPECIAL EDUCATION
COORDINATOR
Dedicated Special Education educator and leader with experience in working with students with special needs. Expert in providing students, teachers and parents with the tools to support, accommodate and serve all students in the classroom. Excellent commnication and time management skills, handles tasks with accuracy and efficiency. English
Spanish
LG
California State
University, Bakersfield
National University, San
Diego
JUNE 2014
BACHELOR OF ARTS
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
AUGUST 2021
MASTER OF
EDUCATION, SPECIAL
EDUCATION
Train certified teachers of special population, general education teachers and other staff and ensure they understand and comply with confidentiality of students in accordance with both state and federal laws.
Assist school administration in scheduling classes for SPED instruction. Assist in the planning and implementation of staff development and in- service programs pertaining to special education. Monitor SPED/504 students' academic progress that is reflected in the formative and summative evaluations to ensure students meet desired educational goals and use assessment results to coordinate SPED instruction and schedule.
Compile, maintain, submit and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required by the district, state and federal laws.
Ensure SPED classroom(s) and/or instructional environment is safe, organized and conducive to learning, with accessibility to all students. Establish and maintain communication, with parents, students, principals, and teachers. Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure SPED/504 student's instructional needs are being met. Advocate for SPED/504 students to ensure they have an equitable educational opportunity. Continually communicate with students on instructional expectations and keep them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations.
Provide SPED instruction if assigned. If the coordinator has teaching role, comply with the position description of SPED teacher. Support general education/special education teachers and administrators in implementation of appropriate strategies to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings.
Complete transition paperwork, complete IEP documents. Establish and enforce rules for behavior, policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of students receiving special education services.
Teach students personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy. Develop IEP's and meet with parents and/or guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
Collaborate with general education teachers to develop methods on ways to best support students.
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional developments to strengthen my skills.
JAN 2022-PRESENT
SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOL, FORT WORTH,
TX
AUG 2018-NOVEMBER 2021
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
WASCO HIGH SCHOOL, WASCO,
CA.
Education Specialist
Instructional Credential
Texas Teacher
Certificate, Special
Education
SKILLS
Leadership
Faculty
collaboration
Communication
Interpersonal
Communication
ADDRESS
PHONE
LANGUAGES
*********@*******.***
990 Singleton Blvd #1453
Dallas, TX 75212
CONTACT
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
English
Spanish
LG
California State
University, Bakersfield
National University, San
Diego
JUNE 2014
BACHELOR OF ARTS
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
AUGUST 2021
MASTER OF
EDUCATION, SPECIAL
EDUCATION
Advocate for clients to resolve crises.
Refer patient, client, or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.
Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan. Investigate child abuse or neglect cases and take
authorized protective action when necessary.
Plan and conduct programs to combat social problems, prevent substance abuse, or improve community health and counseling services.
Complete home visits if necessary.
Keep track of students grades, provide support.
FEB 2016 - JUL 2018
SOCIAL WORKER
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES,
BAKERSFIELD, CA
Education Specialist
Instructional Credential
Texas Teacher
Certificate, Special
Education
SKILLS
NOV 2011-NOVEMBER 2021
VOLLEYBALL/BASKETBALL
COACH
WASCO HIGH SCHOOL, WASCO,
CA.
Organized and planned all practices and off season workouts.
Ordered necessary equipment and apparel as needed. Create and maintain a positive environment for coaches and athletes.
Administer team and facilitate spirit of sportsmanship, social development and positive relationship in student athletes.
Set high expectations for students as far as their academics, behavior on and off the court
Leadership
Faculty
collaboration
Communication
Interpersonal
Communication