Adelina has been in the world of Special Education for over 15 years and continues to seek knowledge to better support students, families, and educators. She has taught elementary, middle school, and transition program which gave her a strong understanding of what is needed in the classroom setting to increase student success. Her true passion is supporting teachers and parents to build the confidence they need to implement a successful IEP, promote growth, and independence in every child. As a Teacher Coach and Preschool Coordinator, Adelina has been able to build a bridge between district and family to ensure common understanding, collaborative approaches, and continued growth. She has seen the struggle parents go through when navigating the Special Education System alone and acknowledges the difficulties and obstacles parents are presented with. She is committed to supporting and educating as many families as possible to ensure a strong understanding to advocate for their child with confidence.

Experience:

• Mild/Moderate Education Specialist

• Moderate/Severe Education Specialist

• Inclusion Specialist

• Preschool Special Education Coordinator

Education:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Education- Mild/Moderate Disabilities

• Master’s of Arts in Special Education, emphasis on Moderate/Severe Disabilities

• Education Specialist Credential, Mild to Moderate & Moderate to Severe

• Deaf/Blind Specialization