Mary Jane Valenzuela is a Senior Lead Educator at TDCC with over 10 years of experience in Special Education. She holds a Master of Arts in Education with a major in Special Education from the Philippine Normal University (2018) and a Bachelor of Elementary Education in Special Education from the First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities (2009). She received her Professional Teacher license in the Philippines in 2009.
Jane’s career highlights include roles as a SPED coordinator and college instructor, as well as conducting training for aspiring SPED teachers in a university. Her expertise encompasses the creation and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), behavior and classroom management, and teacher training, while utilizing evidence-based behavioral and academic approaches.
Her credentials align with TDCC’s mission of integrating multidisciplinary approaches. She holds certifications in ADOS2, The Arrowsmith Program Teacher Certification, Evidence-Based Teaching in Multidisciplinary ABA Techniques for Clinical and Educational Integration, and The Cognitive and Academic Profiles of Students with Learning Disabilities. Additionally, she is certified in the NCFE Cache Level 3 Award for Special Educational Needs Coordinator in Early Years Settings, the Intensive Early Intervention and School Readiness Programme by Dr. Donia Fahim, and ASDAN Training.
In addition to her role at TDCC, Jane conducts training and workshops for teachers, parents, and caregivers. These sessions focus on implementing IEPs, classroom and behavior management, and strategies to support children with developmental and learning challenges. Jane’s workshops empower educators and caregivers with the tools and knowledge necessary to provide comprehensive support both in educational settings and at home, fostering a consistent and inclusive approach to each child’s development.
At TDCC, Jane collaborates closely with parents, educators, specialists, and therapists in the Early Intervention Program to develop and implement tailored IEPs and instructional materials. Her passion and extensive experience in Special Education fuel her dedication to empowering children with special needs, and her belief that fostering trust and love between a teacher and student is vital to unlocking each child’s potential.
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