Christine Cavazos
Houston,Tx
Summary
Educational assessment professional with strong background in diagnosing learning needs and developing effective intervention strategies. Proven track record in collaborating with educators, parents, and students to achieve measurable improvements. Skilled in data analysis, individualized education planning, and special education law. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic educational environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Diagnostician
Houston Independent School District, Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services
Houston
08.2013 - 06.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessment: Administer, score, and interpret formal/informal tests (intelligence, academic achievement, behavior, language).
- Evaluation Reporting: Develop detailed Full and Individual Evaluation (FIE) or Review of Existing Evaluation Data (REED) reports.
- Collaboration: Participate in Admissions, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) or Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to recommend placements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective interventions and support strategies.
- Observation: Conduct classroom observations to analyze student behavior and learning performance.
- Consultation: Advise teachers and parents on instructional strategies, accommodations, and interventions.
- Compliance: Ensure evaluations meet federal, state, and district regulations.
Registrar
Houston Independent School District, Community Services
Houston
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Prepared balanced course schedules, student rosters and class lists.
- Student Records & Data Management: Maintain accurate, confidential student records (504 plans, special services, grades) in the student information system.
- Enrollment & Transfers: Process new student enrollment, withdrawals, and records requests from other schools.
- Supported academic advising efforts by providing timely access to student records, enabling informed decision-making about course selections and degree progress.
- Transcript Processing: Prepare, process, and send official transcripts to colleges and universities.
- Evaluated transfer credit eligibility for incoming students, ensuring a fair assessment process aligned with institutional policies.
- Academic Support: Calculate student GPAs and class rankings, and assist with report card distribution.
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations, including FERPA.
- Graduation Coordination: Assist with graduation requirements, including diploma preparation.
- Communication: Serve as the point of contact for student records, interacting with parents, staff, and external institutions.
Registrar
Houston Independent School District, H.P. Carter Career Center
Houston
- Student Records & Data Management: Maintain accurate, confidential student records (504 plans, special services, grades) in the student information system.
- Enrollment & Transfers: Process new student enrollment, withdrawals, and records requests from other schools.
- Transcript Processing: Prepare, process, and send official transcripts to colleges and universities.
- Academic Support: Calculate student GPAs and class rankings, and assist with report card distribution.
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations, including FERPA.
- Graduation Coordination: Assist with graduation requirements, including diploma preparation.
- Communication: Serve as the point of contact for student records, interacting with parents, staff, and external institutions.
- Managed student enrollment processes, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance with district policies.
- Developed and maintained student records using district-approved management systems for efficient retrieval.
2nd Grade Teacher EC – 4th
Houston Independent School District, Gallegos Elementary
Houston
- Develop lesson plans in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies aligned with state standards.
- Implement a "Responsive Classroom" approach to promote social and emotional learning.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and positive classroom environment.
- Evaluate student academic and social growth, keeping accurate records.
- Communicate regularly with parents through newsletters, phone calls, and conferences.
- Work collaboratively with grade-level team members and specialists.
Education
Master of Arts - Education in Curriculum And Instruction: Reading
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, ArizonaNo Degree - Education
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TXAssociate of Arts - Associate in Arts
Houston City College
Houston, TXSkills
- Professional ethics
- Evidence-based clinical reasoning
- Ongoing professional development
- Patient support services
Certification
- Teacher certification for Generalist Early Childhood – 4th
- Bilingual Education Supplemental – Spanish Early Childhood –4th
- School Counselor Early Childhood – 12th
- Educational Diagnostician Early Childhood – 12th
Summary of Qualifications
- Recently retired from Houston Independent School District (HISD) as an Educational Diagnostician with the Regional Day School Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH). I worked directly with students, teachers, administrators, evaluation team, and parents. My experience includes formal and informal evaluations of students.
- Formal Evaluations (Deaf/Hard of Hearing Population 2 yrs. Old – 21 yrs. Old).
- Informal Evaluations (Classroom observations, student work samples, teacher input, parent input, etc..)
- Full and Individual Education Evaluation Reports
- Review FIE Reports at Annual Review Determination Meetings
- Direct contact and collaboration with Parent/Infant DHH Teacher
- Deaf Department Team/Parent/Student Conferences
Timeline
Education Diagnostician
Houston Independent School District, Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Services
08.2013 - 06.2025
Registrar
Houston Independent School District, Community Services
08.2010 - 06.2013
Registrar
Houston Independent School District, H.P. Carter Career Center
2nd Grade Teacher EC – 4th
Houston Independent School District, Gallegos Elementary
Master of Arts - Education in Curriculum And Instruction: Reading
Grand Canyon University
No Degree - Education
University of St. Thomas
Associate of Arts - Associate in Arts
Houston City College