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Steven
Reaves
Professional Summary

Well-educated and experienced research-practitioner, who is passionate about contributing to the diversity and equal opportunity for learning for all students, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability, religion, gender identity, national origin, color or protected veteran status; a gay, black male who is interested in lecturing and teaching graduate courses in your professional preparation programs for 2020-2021; holding over five years of experience in the areas of Universal Design for Learning; elementary/multiple subjects; and project-based learning.

Skills
  • Special education
  • Individualized instruction
  • Student support
  • Differentiated instruction
Education
New College of CaliforniaSan Francisco, CA01/1984Bachelor of Arts: Visual And Performing Arts
University of The PacificStockton, CA05/1988Master of Arts: Special Education
Capella UniversityMinneapolis, MNMaster of Arts: Education
Work History
Oakland Unified School District- English Teacher/Special Education Teacher
Oakland, CA08/2014 - Current
  • Consulted with teachers in Visual and Performing Arts and Interdisciplinary disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies so that all students learn and achieve in the classroom
  • Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body via Universal Design for Learning
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop and evaluate school programs including Restorative Justice and Social and Emotional by sharing student success data and insights
  • Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed classroom instructional program, based on Universal Design for Learning
  • Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects for a diverse community of students, including students of color, ELL students and students with special needs
  • Contributed to positive academic and social tone of school by demonstrating professionalism and enthusiasm for academic community
  • Incorporated project-based learning in the area of the visual and performing arts and the Community Health and Equity Academy
  • Assessed students' strengths and weaknesses regularly to provide appropriate methods for addressing learning needs for all students
Stars High School Nonpublic School- Special Education Teacher
San Leandro, CA08/2013 - 06/2020
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies from Universal Design for Learning
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students via Universal Design for Learning
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
Spectrum Center Nonpublic Schools- Special Education Teacher
Pittsburg, CA08/2003 - 06/2005
  • Communicated nonverbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of developmentally challenged students, using the principles of Universal Design for Living.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Ceres Unified School District- Elementary Teacher
Ceres, CA08/1989 - 06/1993
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips
  • Integrated interactive lessons into learning curriculum to engage students and elevate progress and social development
  • Taught all core subjects including math, science, technology and history
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs, using Universal Design for Learning
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth
  • Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance
  • Communicated with guardians to discuss educational progress and classroom problems
  • Created and implemented project-based learning
Accomplishments
  • Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for students.
  • Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
  • Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning.
  • Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses.Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
  • Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Additional Information

I serve as a member of the School Site Council at my high school, as well as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team.

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Oakland Unified School District
  • Stars High School Nonpublic School
  • Spectrum Center Nonpublic Schools
  • Ceres Unified School District

School Attended

  • New College of California
  • University of The Pacific
  • Capella University

Job Titles Held:

  • English Teacher/Special Education Teacher
  • Special Education Teacher
  • Elementary Teacher

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Arts : Visual And Performing Arts
    Master of Arts : Special Education
    Master of Arts : Education

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