Karissa Moreno
Waller,TX
Summary
I am an enthusiastic special education paraprofessional who takes great pride in her ability to successfully deliver and foster intellectual growth to individuals with disabilities. I am currently working towards my masters degree in School Psychology. I would like to leverage my public education and early childhood experience towards an internship in School Psychology with Katy ISD. My eduction and current position has equipped me with the professional foundation to comprehend work in a fast-paced and challenging environments. I am eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychology Practicum Student
Katy ISD
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student assessments by administering and interpreting psychological tests to identify individual needs.
- Collaborated with school staff for the development of effective intervention strategies, improving student outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services, ensuring appropriate support for students in need.
- Promoted a positive school climate by implementing evidence-based interventions targeting social-emotional learning and mental health.
Special Education Clerk
Katy Independent School District
10.2020 - Current
- Properly schedule Admission Review and Dismissal meetings with campus and related services staff and parents/guardians
- Provide assistance on behavioral assessment to provide accurate information towards student testing eligibility
- Observe and assist Diagnostician Specialist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, and ARD Facilitator to carry out departments goals
- Efficiently obtain special education records of new transfer students
- Communicate compassionately with parents/guardians about student evaluations and encourage attendance at Admission, Review, Dismissal meetings
- Properly prepare documents for initial referrals and reevaluations
- Attend scheduled training for professional growth, Texas public education, and special education.
Leadership Development Intern
Houston Methodist Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Observed the Leadership & Learning Training Specialist, Project Specialist and Organizational Development Consultants as they conducted meetings with senior leadership, provided training to leaders, and organized new employee orientation
- Performed various documentation of employees with Learning Management System by doing enrollment verification, open/close scheduled offerings, credential verification, and class rosters
- Collaborated and assisted with special projects and events that focused on building the Leadership Development Program at Houston Methodist
- Provided organizational support with all working professionals in Organizational Development by performing tasks that supported the departments initiative
- Attended Leadership and Development training such as Crucial Conversations, Emerging Leader, and Director Development Pathway
- Responsible for creating curriculum guided questions for Houston Methodist employees for interactive critical thinking conversations and increased innovative thinking.
Education
Master of Arts - School Psychology
University of Houston - Victoria
Victoria, TX05.2025
B.S. Human Development & Family Studies -
University of Houston
Houston, Texas12.2019
Associate of Art -
Lone Star College
Cypress, Texas05.2017
Skills
- Proficient in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Canva, AESOP, Zoom
- Effective Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Solving and Time Management
- Collaboration/communication with multiple professional levels
- Bilingual: Intermediate Spanish
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Empathy and patience
Accomplishments
- Wishing Well Pediatric Therapy- Volunteer (01/2019-05/2019): 20 hours observation completed with licensed Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapist. Supported children with developmental delays and communicated with parents in regard to their child's development status.
- Waller Independent School District- Volunteer (08/2017-12/2017): 40 hours observation completed with licensed Occupational Therapist. 20 hour observation completed with licensed Educator. Assisted with therapy, Admission Review and Dismissal assessments, Individualized Education Programs. Cared for children with a variety of disorders on different spectrums. Observed student curriculum and instruction and in classroom management.
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
School Psychology Practicum Student
Katy ISD
01.2024 - Current
Special Education Clerk
Katy Independent School District
10.2020 - Current
Leadership Development Intern
Houston Methodist Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - School Psychology
University of Houston - Victoria
B.S. Human Development & Family Studies -
University of Houston
Associate of Art -
Lone Star College