Dianett Gonzalez
Mcallen,TX
Summary
Goal-oriented Educational Diagnostician bringing 20+ years of education-related experience. Strategic leader, resourceful problem solver, and passionate professional. Educational Diagnostician committed to delivering all-encompassing support to students and families through diligent professional networking, community interaction, and resource identification and referral. Highly-qualified Educational Diagnostician excels in program, policy, and procedure evaluations and improvements.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
La Joya ISD
La Joya , TEXAS
2004.07 - Current
- Conducted evaluations of student performance to determine eligibility for special education services.
- Developed Individualized Education Programs and progress reports for students with disabilities.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to develop educational plans that meet individual needs of each student.
- Facilitated meetings between school personnel, parents and outside agencies to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided for students with disabilities.
- Coordinated transition planning for students transitioning from one level of schooling to another or exiting the school system entirely.
- Provided professional development training to teachers regarding best practices when working with special needs children.
- Assisted in the identification of learning disabilities by administering assessments such as IQ tests, achievement tests.
- Established positive relationships with families in order to support their child's success in school settings.
- Analyzed results of formal testing procedures used to diagnose specific learning disabilities or other conditions.
- Worked closely with special education teachers and related service providers to ensure that all required services were being provided.
- Attended case conferences and team meetings as necessary to discuss student's current status or plan for future interventions.
- Participated in district initiatives such as Response To Intervention programs or Positive Behavior Support Systems.
- Maintained records of student progress which included test scores, observations and recommendations.
- Maintained student and special educations records, confidential reports and behavioral data.
- Evaluated student academic, behavioral and emotional needs utilizing formal testing instruments.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
- Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
- Coordinated development and implementation of students Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Special Education Teacher
Edinburg CISD
Edinburg , TEXAS
2001.08 - 2004.06
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
- Established positive relationships with students and their families.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers such as speech therapists.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Facilitated student operation of augmented communication devices.
- Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.
- Maintained student records in accordance with district standards.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Diagnostician
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX2004-05
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX2001-05
Skills
- Special education expertise
- Progress Monitoring
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking
- Task Prioritization
- Faculty Training
- Effective Communication
- Time management abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- 504 Plans
- IEP compliance
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
La Joya ISD
2004.07 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Edinburg CISD
2001.08 - 2004.06
Master of Science - Educational Diagnostician
University of Texas Pan American
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
University of Texas Pan American
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