Full Name
Irika Genoguin-Tobias
Speaker Bio
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Highly motivated and flexible educational professional with extensive experience in special education across elementary and secondary levels. Passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs and creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments. Dedicated to academic growth, safety, and holistic development of every learner. Skilled in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and fostering strong relationships with students, families, and school communities.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Student-centered instructional strategies
Individualized Education Program (IEP) development
Special Education (K–12) expertise
Classroom management & inclusive education
Strong collaboration with staff and parents
Flexible, positive, and adaptive teaching style
Commitment to student safety and success
Building supportive learning communities
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Special Education Teacher (K–6)
Lodge Grass Public School, Montana, USA
August 2023 – Present
Special Education Teacher (7–12)
Frazer Public School, Montana, USA
August 2021 – May 2023
Grade 3 Teacher | SPA Adviser | Library Coordinator
Gotamco Elementary School, Philippines (DepEd)
July 2017 – July 2021
Elementary Teacher | Activity Coordinator
Arellano University JAS Campus, Philippines
June 2014 – March 2017
Junior Facilitator (Theater Class)
Kids@Play Center for Arts and Development
September 2007 – 2009
EDUCATION
Doctor of Education (EdD), Educational Leadership (Dissertation Ongoing)
The National Teachers College
September 2022 – Present
Master of Education, Major in Special Education
The National Teachers College
October 2018 – August 2022
Distance Learning Education (18 units)
University of the Philippines Open University
2015 – 2016
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Arellano University JAS Campus
October 2010 – October 2013
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
Montana Class 1 Professional Teaching License (Elementary & SPED P–12)
Valid: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2028 | SEID: 224564
New Mexico Level 2 Professional License (SPED P–12, Gifted Endorsement)
Valid: July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2030 | License No: 410057
Utah Professional Educator License (Elementary & SPED, Gifted/Talented & Mild/Moderate Disabilities)
Valid through June 30, 2029 | CACTUS No: 810802
Licensure Examination for Teachers (Philippines) – January 2014
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Read 180 & Math 180 Training – HMH (October 2024)
Filipino Sign Language Level 1 & 2 – De La Salle College of St. Benilde
National Certificate in Cookery – TESDA
Best News Presenter – Division Journalism Clinique
Theater Arts Workshop – Philippines Educational Theater Association
Puppetry Workshop for Adults – PETA
International Seminar Workshop on School Leadership
CEC 2026
Highly motivated and flexible educational professional with extensive experience in special education across elementary and secondary levels. Passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs and creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments. Dedicated to academic growth, safety, and holistic development of every learner. Skilled in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and fostering strong relationships with students, families, and school communities.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Student-centered instructional strategies
Individualized Education Program (IEP) development
Special Education (K–12) expertise
Classroom management & inclusive education
Strong collaboration with staff and parents
Flexible, positive, and adaptive teaching style
Commitment to student safety and success
Building supportive learning communities
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Special Education Teacher (K–6)
Lodge Grass Public School, Montana, USA
August 2023 – Present
Special Education Teacher (7–12)
Frazer Public School, Montana, USA
August 2021 – May 2023
Grade 3 Teacher | SPA Adviser | Library Coordinator
Gotamco Elementary School, Philippines (DepEd)
July 2017 – July 2021
Elementary Teacher | Activity Coordinator
Arellano University JAS Campus, Philippines
June 2014 – March 2017
Junior Facilitator (Theater Class)
Kids@Play Center for Arts and Development
September 2007 – 2009
EDUCATION
Doctor of Education (EdD), Educational Leadership (Dissertation Ongoing)
The National Teachers College
September 2022 – Present
Master of Education, Major in Special Education
The National Teachers College
October 2018 – August 2022
Distance Learning Education (18 units)
University of the Philippines Open University
2015 – 2016
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Arellano University JAS Campus
October 2010 – October 2013
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
Montana Class 1 Professional Teaching License (Elementary & SPED P–12)
Valid: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2028 | SEID: 224564
New Mexico Level 2 Professional License (SPED P–12, Gifted Endorsement)
Valid: July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2030 | License No: 410057
Utah Professional Educator License (Elementary & SPED, Gifted/Talented & Mild/Moderate Disabilities)
Valid through June 30, 2029 | CACTUS No: 810802
Licensure Examination for Teachers (Philippines) – January 2014
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Read 180 & Math 180 Training – HMH (October 2024)
Filipino Sign Language Level 1 & 2 – De La Salle College of St. Benilde
National Certificate in Cookery – TESDA
Best News Presenter – Division Journalism Clinique
Theater Arts Workshop – Philippines Educational Theater Association
Puppetry Workshop for Adults – PETA
International Seminar Workshop on School Leadership
CEC 2026
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