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JOSE AlVARADO

Pearland,TX

Summary

Resilient and familiar with challenges associated within the Autism Spectrum. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with colleagues to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream inclusion. Experience creating innovative plans and comfortable environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher/Case Manager

Pasadena ISD
08.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.

Paraprofessional Educator

Pasadena Independent School District
04.2018 - 03.2022
  • Distributed teaching materials and arranged stations for specific activities
  • Assisted certified staff in devising strategies for reinforcing learning materials and developing student skills
  • Secured, set up, and operated classroom technology and hands-on teaching materials and equipment
  • Monitored student behavior and maintained classroom order to keep environment learning-focused
  • Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management
  • Monitored processes and recommended methods for improvement
  • Worked one-on-one with students to support their behavior.

Site Leader/Counselor

YMCA Of Greater Houston
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
  • Gained knowledge and experience working with children in educational setting.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
05.2021

Minor - Sociology

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
05.2021

Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

San Jacinto Community College
Houston, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Analytical thinking
  • Multitasking
  • Behavior Intervention Plans
  • Educational Settings
  • Parent Communication
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders
  • Adaptive Strategies
  • Different Learning Styles
  • Data Collection
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Team Collaboration

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Special Education Teacher/Case Manager

Pasadena ISD
08.2022 - Current

Paraprofessional Educator

Pasadena Independent School District
04.2018 - 03.2022

Site Leader/Counselor

YMCA Of Greater Houston
06.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

University of Houston - Clear Lake

Minor - Sociology

University of Houston - Clear Lake

Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences

San Jacinto Community College

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