Open To Work
CHRISTINA GUZMAN
Odem,TX
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven education professional with extensive experience in special education, individualized education program (IEP) development, and collaborative team leadership. Skilled in coordinating ARD committee meetings, advocating for equitable student outcomes, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district regulations. Demonstrated expertise in fostering inclusive learning environments, implementing differentiated instruction, and utilizing data-driven decision-making to support diverse student needs. Strong communicator and relationship builder, adept at facilitating consensus among stakeholders, providing professional development, and engaging families to promote student success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ARD Facilitator
Robstown ISD
ROBSTOWN, TX
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Coordinate and lead ARD committee meetings to develop, review, and revise individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and related service providers to support student success and ensure appropriate educational placements.
- Advocated for student needs by navigating legal requirements and district resources to promote equitable educational opportunities.
- Resolved conflicts and facilitated consensus among ARD committee members to enhance collaborative decision-making.
- Review and interpret evaluation data to inform educational decisions and IEP goals.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations in special education processes to uphold student rights.
- Provide guidance and support to campus staff regarding ARD processes, timelines, and best practices.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of meeting proceedings, decisions, and required reports.
- Stay current with updates to special education laws, policies, and procedures.
- Led professional development workshops for educators to enhance instructional strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Odem Intermediate School
Odem, USA
08.2018 - 08.2024
- Develop and implement IEPs for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Conduct assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to increase student engagement and academic performance.
- Collaborated with general education teachers, administration, and parents to foster an inclusive learning environment.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that cultivated a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Provide ongoing professional development and training on best practices in Special Education.
Elementary Teacher
Odem Elementary School
Odem, USA
08.2004 - 08.2018
- Conducted ongoing assessment of student progress and adapted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Created a nurturing and safe classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
- Facilitated family engagement through regular communication and parent education workshops, fostering community support and involvement.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Modeled positive guidance techniques and supported the development of self-help skills.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address concerns.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, progress, and incident reports to track student development and ensure compliance with educational standards.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to enhance skills and incorporate current best practices in education.
Elementary Teacher
Petty Elementary School
Taft, USA
08.2002 - 08.2003
- Delivered engaging lessons across subjects, including math, science, language arts, and social studies.
- Developed and implemented classroom management strategies that created a positive and productive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress and provided timely feedback to ensure academic growth.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address concerns.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi08-2002
Skills
- IEP development
- Assessment techniques
- Comprehensive assessment
- Differentiated instruction
- Inclusion strategies
- Behavior management strategies
- Special education law
- Educator collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Student advocacy initiatives
- Effective communication skills
- Parent engagement
Affiliations
- Member of STAAR-Alt and 3rd-grade Item Review and Range finding Committees for the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) publishing company
- Volunteering with community organizations, including Odem Public Library board member, Relay for Life, and Special Olympics
Certification
- Early Childhood Education | Grades PK-KG
- Elementary History | Grades 1-8
- Elementary Self-Contained | Grades 1-8
- Early Childhood Education - Handicapped | Grades PK-6
- English as a Second Language Supplemental | Grades PK-8
Training
- Texas Reading Academy
- Multisensory Teaching Approach
- Bays and Estuaries 'Stars' Teacher STEM Education
- Balanced Literacy and Guided Reading
- Writing IEP Goals
- Texas Autism Conference attendee
- TEKS Resource System
- STAAR training
- ESPED training
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports
- Texas Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) Project
- Crisis Prevention Intervention training
- IMRA Quality Reviewer of PK-3 Phonics Programs
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$64000/yr - $122000/yrTimeline
ARD Facilitator
Robstown ISD
07.2025 - 06.2026
Special Education Teacher
Odem Intermediate School
08.2018 - 08.2024
Elementary Teacher
Odem Elementary School
08.2004 - 08.2018
Elementary Teacher
Petty Elementary School
08.2002 - 08.2003
Master of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi