1. MARIA E. MCKINNEY
14485 Seneca Road, Apt. # 165, Victorville CA 92392 * mariaeve19031656@yahoo.com
Cell Phone: 1~ 815~ 668~ 2694
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Special Education Teacher
~Supportive ~ Caring ~ Compassionate ~ Accommodating
Committed and hard working professional who is innovative in the design and implementation of exciting
hands-on lessons, learning methods and strategies that enhance students’ achievements. Capable of
facilitating and creating stimulating learning environments for students with various learning styles.
Trained in employing firm but fair behavior and classroom management techniques; possess strong
people skills; and sensitive to students’ special and challenging needs. Proficient in developing
individualized instructions based on students’ needs, interests, and talents. Strong child and learning
advocate who believes that children can prosper and develop in an adaptable educational environment and
can learn and work beyond their academic abilities.
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Education & Credentials
• Master in Education (2008) Major: Special Education
Northern Illinois University, 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy. Dekalb, IL 60115 ~ 2828
• Master in the Arts of Teaching (2002) Major: Teaching Strategies
Rockford College, 5050 East State Street, Rockford, IL 61108
• Bachelor in Fine Arts (1991) Major: Painting
Northern Illinois University, 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy. Dekalb, IL 60115 ~ 2828
• Level II Teaching Credential: National University, 9388 Lightwave Avenue, San Diego, CA
92123 ~ Current Student ~ 2015 ~ present
• California Teaching Certification Level I: ~ Special Education Credential; Mild and Moderate
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Teaching Experience
• Taught emotionally disturbed students in self-contained classroom; assessed students’
development; and addressed students’ needs through special accommodations
• Adapted middle school curriculum to teach Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science,
Physical Education, Reading and compiled portfolios
• Developed students’ class work, tests, and activities within the guidelines of the district; aligned
to the California educational standard; and addressed students’ IEP goals
• Worked with students in large group or small setting, and provided a one-on-one instruction to
promote full academic functioning, and to accommodate different academic levels and learning
styles; and implemented behavioral modification system
• Participated in all aspect of IEP annual review process, conducted parent/teacher conferences to
provide parents with students’ progress reports; communicated with students, parents,
administrators, and other teachers to share students’ academic and behavioral information

2. • Collaborated with fellow teachers to share ideas and solutions; train classroom teachers aide in
classroom management skills; participated in field trips; and managed teaching assistants’ daily
activities and schedules
• Evaluated students progress through ongoing observations and assessments of their cognitive, and
social development; implemented activities that support students’ positive mental health and
increase social skills
• Delivered engaging instructional activities that support students’ critical learning experiences;
assigned grades and provided individual review of class project, homework, quizzes, and
scheduled tests
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Work History
• Bright Future Academy (Non-Public) School, 12199 Industrial Blvd.,
Victorville, CA 92325 ~ Special Education Teacher ~ 2013 ~ Present
• Desert Sand Unified School District, 47950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta,
CA 92253 ~ Substitute Teacher ~ 2012 ~ 2012
• Palm Springs Unified School District, 980 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, CA 92262
~ Substitute Teacher ~ 2012 ~ 2012
• Dundee School District 300, 300 Cleveland Avenue Carpentersville, IL 60110 ~ 2010 ~ 2012
• Elgin School District U46, 335 E. Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120 ~ 2009 ~ 2012
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Special Skills
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Word Perfect, Internet navigation, and Power Point
• Polite Ability: Spanish
• Fluent Ability: English and Tagalog
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Extra Courses Taken
• Collaborative Teaching Approach: Northern Illinois University, Dekalb, IL 60115 ~ 2008
• Multi-Cultural Education: Northern Illinois University, Dekalb, IL 60115 ~ 2007
• Political Science; Data Collection and Research: Northern Illinois University, Dekalb, IL 60115 ~
2007
• Diagnosis Assessment of Disabilities: Rockford College 5050 State Street, Rockford IL 6115 ~
1999