Cecilia Aguilar
Katy,TX
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience at Katy ISD, excelling in special education and strategic planning. Proven track record in mentoring diagnosticians and enhancing compliance through effective collaboration. Skilled in data analysis and interpersonal communication, fostering inclusive environments that support diverse learners' needs. Committed to ongoing efficiency enhancement in educational practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educational Diagnostician
Katy ISD
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with the lead team to plan and deliver training to new diagnosticians and ARD Facilitators.
- Review weekly/monthly reports, and campus logs/agendas for compliance.
- Facilitate Case Reviews for district diagnosticians to support in accurate identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
- Support campuses in ARD meetings and review of assessment as needed.
- Serve as bilingual liaison with the BAT team.
- Mentor new diagnosticians in various assessment instruments, analysis of data, and writing psychoeducational reports.
- Support campuses with compliance and assessment questions.
Campus Educational Diagnostician
Katy ISD
07.2017 - 05.2022
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning, and instruction.
- Provide detailed accurate record of ARD meetings and other professional activities consistent with the requirements of laws, rules, regulations and local district policies and procedures.
- Access and compile formal and informal information from a variety of sources into a written report to assist in the determination of eligibility, educational need and identification of programming needs.
- Communicate to parents/guardians and professionals evaluation results including purposes, methods, findings and implications of the evaluation.
Third Grade Bilingual Teacher
Katy ISD
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Math and Science Lead Teacher- supported the team by scoping units of study.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
First Grade Bilingual Teacher
Alief ISD
08.2008 - 06.2014
- Served as First Grade Team Leader and Science Lead.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Periodically conference with parents to communicate students’ progress and behavior.
- Followed and implemented IEPs for special education students.
English Teacher
Instituto Mater A.C.
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Planned dynamic and comprehensive English curriculum for 7th, 8th, and 9th grades, and making adaptations for students with disabilities.
English Teacher
Universidad TecMilenio
01.2005 - 04.2006
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple age groups.
Education
Master Degree in Educational Diagnostician
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX05-2014
Alternative Certification Program
Region 4
Houston, TX05-2008
Bachelor in Communication
Universidad Metropolitana De Monterrey
Monterrey, NL., Mexico12-2005
Translator And Interpreter of Conferences
Tecnologico De Monterrey
Monterrey, NL., Mexico12-2005
Skills
- Special education
- Strategic planning
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Ongoing Efficiency Enhancement
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Timeline
Lead Educational Diagnostician
Katy ISD
07.2022 - Current
Campus Educational Diagnostician
Katy ISD
07.2017 - 05.2022
Third Grade Bilingual Teacher
Katy ISD
08.2014 - 05.2017
First Grade Bilingual Teacher
Alief ISD
08.2008 - 06.2014
English Teacher
Instituto Mater A.C.
01.2006 - 06.2008
English Teacher
Universidad TecMilenio
01.2005 - 04.2006
Master Degree in Educational Diagnostician
Houston Baptist University
Alternative Certification Program
Region 4
Bachelor in Communication
Universidad Metropolitana De Monterrey
Translator And Interpreter of Conferences
Tecnologico De Monterrey
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