Lauren Villasenor
Sterling
Summary
Experienced in leadership and mentorship by assisting teachers with administering daily instruction and assessments. Demonstrates the ability to be flexible and accommodating to changes and needs to team members. Utilizes effective communication skills to create transition plans, connect teachers with resources and materials, and collaborate with paraprofessionals to analyze students' academic and behavioral progress. Build and maintain rapport with teachers and students to provide a fun and safe learning environment to achieve success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy & Assessment Specialist
Alternative Paths Training School
Manassas, VA
03.2024 - Current
- Provide training to staff to enhance literacy instruction in support of classroom- and vocational/community-based reading activities.
- Participate in IEP and Eligibility meetings, parent/teacher conferences, and meetings with other professionals as appropriate and/or required.
- Provide individual and small group remedial instruction, as necessary, to support academic and vocational tasks.
- Conduct and evaluate literacy assessments for students’ grades K-12 in coordination with Teacher, Educational Supervisor, and LEAs.
- Research, develop, implement, maintain, and adapt evidence-based school-wide literacy curriculum and technologies for grades K-12 to enhance reading instruction and student performance.
- Develop and implement appropriate individualized student literacy plans based on results of psycho-educational and other assessments in collaboration with instructional staff, speech, occupational, physical therapists, or other IEP mandated service providers.
- Communicate effectively with teachers, education team, and administration when scheduling state testing for students and professional development training for teachers.
- Plan and lead field trips and Community based learning trips to the local library or nearby community events.
Lead Teacher
Alternative Paths Training School
Manassas, VA
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Assist teachers on writing present levels and creating goals for their students’ IEPs
- Provides constructive recommendations to teachers on methodology, technique, and materials.
- Provide support to teachers regarding lesson planning, finding resources, and coteaching.
- Identify student needs and assist teachers on providing additional academic support.
- Engage with parents, colleagues, and administrators.
- Provide mentorship to new teachers or substitute teachers.
- Assist with progress monitoring using formative assessments in core academic subjects.
- Co-presents in Professional Development training and presentations to Teachers and Classroom Staff.
- Facilitate daily instructional services for students for a portion of the school day.
Special Education Teacher
Alternative Paths Training School
Manassas, VA
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Plan (IEP) while collaborating with other professionals.
- Develop and implement lesson plans weekly based on IEP goals and Virginia Adapted Curriculum.
- Carry out behavior strategies and following each student Behavior Intervention Plans.
Program Facilitator
Alternative Paths Training School
Manassas, VA
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Assist the student and carry out lesson plans and activities.
- Carry out behavioral strategies.
- Facilitate classroom schedule and student centered routines
- Collect behavioral data based on IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
Education
M.Ed. - Special Education
George Mason University
12-2021
B.S. - Health Science, Health Education
James Madison University
05-2019
Graduate Certificate - Literacy Education Certificate
James Madison University
03-2026
Skills
- Effective oral and written communication
- Coordinating programs and meetings
- Maintain organization and scheduling
- Proactive problem solving
- Learn and adapt to new tasks
- Flexible to schedule or routine changes
Timeline
Literacy & Assessment Specialist
Alternative Paths Training School
03.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
Alternative Paths Training School
07.2022 - 03.2024
Special Education Teacher
Alternative Paths Training School
01.2020 - 07.2022
Program Facilitator
Alternative Paths Training School
09.2019 - 01.2020
B.S. - Health Science, Health Education
James Madison University
Graduate Certificate - Literacy Education Certificate
James Madison University
M.Ed. - Special Education
George Mason University
Relevant coursework and training
- Transition: Changing Outcomes
- Unconscious Bias: Moving from Awareness to Action Training
- Suicide Awareness and Prevention Training
Qualifications
July 1, 2021 - June 2031
Postgraduate Professional License // Endorsed in Special ED: Adapted Curriculum (K-12) by the Virginia Board of Education