IRENE SALOM
El Paso,TX
Summary
Detail-driven professional focused on maximizing district compliance with applicable laws and standards. Deep understanding of the special education framework, knowledgeable about identification and evaluation processes and procedural reviews to ensure effective implementation of educational programs. Highly qualified in identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance compliance, ultimately benefiting students and their families.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Specialist- Special Education
Ysleta Independent School District
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized recorded data to implement actionable curriculum improvements.
- Assisted in development and adjustment of IEPs.
- Supported teachers in compliance with all state and local education requirements.
- Trained teachers in behavior management for students with severe emotional disabilities
- Trained teachers in de-escalation techniques, restrictive and non-restrictive interventions
- Provided SHARS training on documentation of personal care services
- Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
- Developed and led scaffolding supports in District PLC for general and special education teachers
- Member of in the TEA Cyclical review team that prepared documents for submission during state audit
Bilingual Educational Diagnostician
Ysleta Independent School District
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Selected, administered and interpreted cognitive and achievement evaluations to children and adolescents in school-based settings and used bilingual skills based on student language need.
- Assisted school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities..
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and IEP planning.
Early Childhood Educator PreK3- K
San Elizario Independent School District
08.2016 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for social emotional development
- Supported teachers in adhering to IEPs and monitoring student progress
Instructional Specialist/Early Childhood Special Education Teacher PreK-12
San Elizario Independent School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Hybrid position that was half time campus based, half time district based
- Ensured regulatory compliance with education standards and state requirements
- Supported teachers with behavioral strategies for students with Emotional Disturbance, Autism, and Oppositional Defiance Disorder
- Developed and delivered professional development for teachers in the areas of play-based learning, behavioral strategies, co-teaching, STAAR Accommodations, and Positive Behavior Support Interventions
- Served home-bound students in ELAR and math
- Modeled lessons in Reading, and Guided Math
- Mentored and supported teachers on classroom teaching practices using professional development programs and instructional techniques training
- Ensured that each student was fairly and effectively assessed by evaluating data gleaned from diagnostic testing processes
- Updated and organized student performance records while maintaining confidentiality standards
- Held one-on-one instructional sessions with students in need of additional help
- Collaborated with staff members to develop skills and knowledge through development targeted designs
- Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes, including performance metrics and measurements
Structured Learning and Communication Teacher 1st -6th Grades
San Elizario Independent School District
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Developed Individual Education Programs (IEP) to establish student outcome goals and define educational strategies; leveraged developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership
- Generalized communication skills of students with Autism
- Develop individualized curriculum for the unique learning needs of students with multiple disabilities
- Developed inclusion strategy plans to mainstream students
- Implemented community based instruction as appropriate
Academic Self Contained Teacher 1st - 6th Grades
San Elizario Independent School District
09.2007 - 06.2013
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs and using wide variety of teaching aids and motivational strategies
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Delivered specialized classroom instruction to broad range of students with developmental disorders using technology
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Diagnostician
University of North Texas
Denton, TX08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Texas El Paso
El Paso, TX05.2007
Skills
- Crisis Prevention Institute Instructor
- Boys Town Certified Instructor
- Educational Diagnostician Certified
- Professional Development Leader
- ARD facilitator
- Instructional leader
Accomplishments
- 2013 Border Conference Keynote Speaker
- 2013 Migrant Graduation Keynote Speaker
- 2013 Texas Teacher of the Year
- 2012 Region 19 Teacher of the Year
- 2012 San Elizario Teacher the Year
Phone
cell, 915-471-1966
Certification
- Educational Diagnostician Certification – Texas Department of Education
- Generalist Certificate EC-4 - Texas Department of Education
- Bilingual Education Supplement- Spanish EC-4- Texas Department of Education
- Special Education EC- 12- Texas Department of Education
- Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Institute Certified Instructor
- Boys Town Certified Instructor
Timeline
Instructional Specialist- Special Education
Ysleta Independent School District
05.2023 - Current
Bilingual Educational Diagnostician
Ysleta Independent School District
02.2021 - 05.2023
Early Childhood Educator PreK3- K
San Elizario Independent School District
08.2016 - 02.2021
Instructional Specialist/Early Childhood Special Education Teacher PreK-12
San Elizario Independent School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
Structured Learning and Communication Teacher 1st -6th Grades
San Elizario Independent School District
08.2013 - 06.2016
Academic Self Contained Teacher 1st - 6th Grades
San Elizario Independent School District
09.2007 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Texas El Paso
Master of Arts - Educational Diagnostician
University of North Texas
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