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Systems-oriented educator serving students and families with diverse needs. Contributing to the field of Pre-K-12 education for 10+ years, across four countries. Driven by passion for learning and expanding depth as a practitioner. I can design curriculum for diverse learners.- I develop and implement comprehensive literacy programs.- I collaborate with learning specialists and co-develop and co-teach social-emotional curriculum.- I align learning targets to essential elements and functional skills. I can lead a team of peers. - I lead a virtual professional learning community.- I train staff in evidence-based practices in special education. - I help create a safe space for staff input and provide timely feedback. I can manage caseloads. - I develop and write individual education programs. - I facilitate team meetings.- I collaborate with team members to support education programs. I can support families with diverse backgrounds and needs. - I have researched and utilized communication software that honors linguistically diverse families.- I host and welcome families to visits prior to the start of school. - I use knowledge of the Spanish language to communicate with families.I look forward to connecting with peers in the field of education. I'm always interested in sharing challenges, insights, and practices. Professional SkillsMicrosoft OneNote | Teams | PowerPoint | Excel | Word | Outlook | Domain Knowledge Curriculum-based Measurements | Assistive Technology | Special Education Law | Autism Spectrum Disorders | Common Core State Standards | Assessing Student Learning | Individual Education Program Components | Functional Based Assessments | Behavior Intervention Plans | International Baccalaureate | Primary Years Program |

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