Carmen Leyva
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Experienced Educational Diagnostician specializing in educational assessment and intervention planning. Led collaborative initiatives with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance student performance. Evaluated learning disabilities and developed individualized education programs (IEPs) to improve academic outcomes. Strengthened partnerships between educators and families, fostering measurable improvements in student achievement.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educational Diagnostician/O&M Specialist
Los Fresnos CISD
Los Fresnos, Texas
08.1998 - 05.2026
- Conducted educational assessments for students with diverse learning needs, informing tailored instructional strategies.
- Evaluated student performance for eligibility in special education and mobility services.
- Developed personalized intervention plans based on assessment findings.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance student achievement initiatives.
- Provided training and support to staff on educational diagnostic practices.
- Reviewed educational diagnosis literature and recommended district-wide implementation strategies to enhance assessment accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records of assessments and interventions for compliance.
- Managed documentation and reporting processes, ensuring compliance with district policies and maintaining integrity of student records.
Classroom Teacher
Brownsville ISD
Brownsville, Texas
12.1993 - 07.1998
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques, fostering strong relationships with students.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate student performance, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents, staff, and counselors to support student development.
- Established a safe environment fostering collaboration among students.
- Engaged in professional development to remain current on effective teaching practices.
Education
Orientation And Mobility
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX06-2012
Master of Science - Education
The University of Texas At Brownsville
Brownsville, TX08-1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mankato State University
Mankato, MN12-1993
Skills
- Educational assessment
- Special education eligibility
- Intervention planning
- Assessment planning
- Data analysis
- Compliance management
- Regulatory adherence
- Multi-disciplinary collaboration
- Staff training and development
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist, ACVREP Certified
Timeline
Lead Educational Diagnostician/O&M Specialist
Los Fresnos CISD
08.1998 - 05.2026
Classroom Teacher
Brownsville ISD
12.1993 - 07.1998
Orientation And Mobility
Stephen F. Austin State University
Master of Science - Education
The University of Texas At Brownsville
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mankato State University