Itati Trejo
Youngtown
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Special Education Resource Teacher with 5 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. Skilled in developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and using evidence-based instructional strategies to promote student success. Committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-2 Resource Teacher
Washington Elementary School District
Glendale, AZ
07.2021 - Current
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for students with a range of disabilities, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
- Provide small-group and one-on-one instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Collaborate with general education teachers to implement effective instructional strategies.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and analyze data to track student progress and adjust instruction.
- Facilitate social skills groups with engaging activities to help students develop and practice appropriate social interactions.
- Implement behavior intervention strategies to support positive student outcomes.
- Support behavior support staff in managing students with behaviors using de-escalation and safety protocols.
- Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and support staff regarding student progress.
- Schedule and coordinate MET 1 meetings, ensuring compliance with timelines and collaboration among multidisciplinary team members.
- Conduct academic testing as part of the evaluation process using the Woodcock-Johnson and the YCAT to inform eligibility and instructional planning
Paraprofessional Aide
AZ Event Connect
Phoenix, AZ
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Supported individualized educational plans by providing targeted assistance to students.
- Monitored student progress, reporting observations to enhance learning strategies.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote a positive learning environment.
- Assisted educators in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators regarding student development.
Education
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University, San Bernardino
Palm Desert, CA06-2017
Skills
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Progress Monitoring & Data Analysis
- Classroom Management
- Assistive Technology Integration
- Collaboration with General Education Teachers
- Parent & Family Communication
- Compliance with IDEA & Special Education Laws
- Social skills training
- Student advocacy
- Behavior modification
- Technical Skills: e-IEP PRO, Microsoft, Google
- Curriculum: Benchmark, iReady
Certification
Classroom-Based Standard Mild/Moderate Special Education, K-12
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
K-2 Resource Teacher
Washington Elementary School District
07.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional Aide
AZ Event Connect
02.2021 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University, San Bernardino