Kassandra Barrientos
San Benito,TX
Summary
Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RISE Special Education Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
03.2024 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
San Benito CISD
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Director of Home Health Services
Stay Healthy Homecare
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care plans for patients transitioning between different settings or levels of support.
- Mentored junior staff members, nurturing their professional growth through constructive feedback and guidance.
- Improved patient satisfaction by implementing innovative home health care programs and services.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals, promoting collaboration and communication across departments.
Cashier
Target
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
Education
Masters in Education - Special Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12.2021
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg12.2020
Skills
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Lesson Planning
- Head Teacher Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Differentiated Instruction
- Social Skills Development
- Behavior Modification
Certification
Reading Academy Certificate - Completed 2022-2023 School Year
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RISE Special Education Teacher
IDEA Public Schools
03.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher
San Benito CISD
06.2021 - 03.2024
Director of Home Health Services
Stay Healthy Homecare
01.2019 - 09.2021
Cashier
Target
03.2017 - 04.2018
Masters in Education - Special Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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