Tina Macabitas

23326 Anacapa Ln. Valencia, Ca 91354

661-310-5125 tmacabitas@saugususd.org
Resume and Curriculum Vitae Available Upon Request
Objective
To be an integral part of an established school district as a highly effective Education Specialist, promoting quality
education through constant support and dedication.
Academic / Teaching Experience
Long Term Substitute Teacher, Saugus Union School District, Valencia, CA.
Substitute teacher at Mountainview Elementary in a Mild/Moderate Special
Education classroom consisting of students from grades 3-6. Able to successfully
manage a classroom of diverse learners and a team of paraprofessionals.

2014 Present
Substitute Teacher, Saugus Union School District, Valencia, CA.
Substitute teacher in various K-6 grade General and Special Education classrooms.
Able to successfully manage classrooms through the use of differentiated
instruction and positive behavior support methods.

2007 Present
Paraeducator, Saugus Union School District, Valencia, CA.
Assists mild to moderate students with special needs in various K-6 grade Special
Day classrooms (Autism specific with behaviors)

2006 Present
Instructional Assistant, Saugus Union School District, Valencia, CA.
Assisted student with autism through the use of Applied Behavioral
Analysis and the use of positive behavior support.

2006
Professional Development
Preliminary Education Specialist Credential, Mild/Moderate Disabilities.

2014
Common Core for Special Education, SUSD training

2014
NCI, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training/Autism, SELPA.

2011 & 2013
RICA, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training/Autism,

2013
CSET, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training/Autism,

2013
CBEST, California Basic Educational Skills Test.

2006
Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit, CTC.

2006 Present
Education
M.S., Special Education, University of LaVerne, CA

2012 Current
Education Specialist Credential Level 1 Mild/Moderate Autism
Certificate Embedded, University of LaVerne, CA

2012 2013
B.A., Art, Graphic Design, California Polytechnic University of Pomona,
CA

1992 1997
Skills
Experienced in informal and formal assessments: running records, WIAT III, Woodcock Johnson III, etc.

Hands on experience in Brain Based Direct Instruction, Systematic ELD and Universal Design for Learning.

Strong computer skills and proficient in iSchool, Aeries, and SEIS.

Passionate and highly motivated to assist children and families with special needs.