Nancy Peña

Santa Rosa, California NP

Experience

California Online Public Schools, California – Education Specialist August 2022 – Present
• Manages and provides instructional guidance and virtual teaching for a caseload of students
• Develops, writes, and implements IEPs
• Schedules, organizes, and conducts IEP meetings in a virtual environment
• Communicates with parents to ensure IEP goals are being met and needs are addressed

Various School Districts, California – Substitute August 2021 – June 2022

• established and applied rules, procedures, and routines
• gathered data using formal and informal assessments and created goals based on students’ needs
• utilized evidence-based practices to promote positive behavior and assist students in developing appropriate skills
• coordinated special education services with general education to promote student growth

Cullen Elementary School, Glendora – Student Teacher January 2021 – May 2021
• developed and implemented instructional plans for TK-2 grade students with various accommodations and
modifications based on students’ needs and IEP goals
• collaborated and consulted with service providers, paraprofessionals, and other support staff to ensure consistent
student support and instructional activities
• fostered a positive classroom environment and participated in school-wide positive behavior support processes
• engaged in planning, teaching, reflection, and problem-solving to improve teaching

Options for Youth, San Gabriel – Area Teacher I September 2019 – April 2021
• designed and implemented intervention strategies for students
• translated meetings and provided documentation of meeting notes in Spanish and English
• assessed and recorded progress of student goals and present levels
• communicated with parents and staff regarding individual student progress and conduct

Prep for Success, San Gabriel - Paraprofessional January 2019 – September 2019
• worked closely with IEP teams on a regular basis to ensure students’ needs are met
• implemented academic instruction designed by a teacher for individuals or small groups
• maintained student files and records for the purpose of providing accurate information
• attended meetings for the purpose of acquiring and conveying information relative to my job function

Herbert Slater Middle School, Santa Rosa - SPED SH Aide August 2018 – December 2018

• worked with students in small groups, or on a one-to-one basis

• organized students’ field trips and community-based activities/events
• assisted in classroom management and monitored student behavior
 • helped transition and accommodate students to general education classes

Herbert Slater Middle School, Santa Rosa - SPED LH Aide August 2015 – June 2018

• planned and executed lesson plans for History and Science

• administered and recorded grades in Illuminate Education and ESchoolPlus+
• modified and accommodated grade level material based on students’ individual needs
• translated during meetings and special events

Education

Cal Poly Pomona August 2019 – May 2022

CA Education Specialist Credential Moderate/Severe Disabilities
• English Learner Authorization
Master of Arts with Specialization in Special Education

Sonoma State University August 2016 – May 2018

Bachelor of Arts in History
GPA: 3.640
Graduate with Honors and Distinction - Spring 2018
Dean’s List- Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018

Santa Rosa Junior College August 2013 – May 2016

GPA: 3.4
Honor Roll- Spring 2016, Fall 2016

Skills

• Fluent in Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking)

• Assesses and analyzes data collectively: WIAT III, Woodcock Johnson IV, BPST-III and informal assessments
• Proficient incorporating technology: Google, Apple, Zoom, Kahoot.it, Microsoft Office, MacOS, Prezi & more
• Facilitation of both small and large groups
• Critical reasoning and analytical skills, capable of solving problems and thinking creatively

Professional Development

• Mandated Reporter August 2023