Kathryn Salazar
Educator/Freelance Writer
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Objective: Professional educator with strong background in special education and ELAR curriculum. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Expertise in curriculum design and implementation, behavior and social skills, and maintenance of high academic standards. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Teacher
CCISD
Corpus Christi, Tx
01.2024 - Current
- Utilized assistive technology tools to increase accessibility and engagement for students with diverse abilities in the classroom setting.
- Assist students in regular and inclusion classes in varied subjects of academia.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing differentiated instruction techniques for special education students.
- Monitor student progress and assist students with completion of assigned tasks and/or projects.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reporting related to special education services.
SPED Chairperson & PALS Teacher
CCISD George Evans Elementary
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Evaluated and supervised itinerant teachers and support staff based on student needs.
- Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel.
- Streamlined communication between special education staff, general education teachers, parents, and external service providers to better support student needs.
- Advocated for the needs of students with Autism and other disabilities in school-wide decision-making processes, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities.
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment by fostering collaboration between special education and general education personnel.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of special education services through ongoing assessment of program goals, objectives, and performance indicators.
- Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs.
- Enhanced the quality of special education programs by implementing evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions.
ELAR and Reading Rewards Teacher
CCISD Miller High School
Corpus Christi, Tx
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Assist students in regular, SPECed, and ELL programs with Reading fluency, ELAR content, and breaking down of multisyllabic words for improving basic reading skills.
- Monitor student progress in response to accommodations provided both in-class and online.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Student Assistant
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, Tx
04.2018
- Researched and updated donor and alumni demographics.
- Maintained a positive relationship between the university and sponsors/donors.
- Created and distributed banquet invitations, gratitude letters, and other forms of mailed communication.
Stone Writing Center Assistant
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX
04.2008 - 08.2025
- Helped clarify ELAR composition lab assignments.
- Provided individual tutoring sessions for students struggling in composition writing.
- Assisted students with English lab make-up assignments Provided student training concerning use of specialized computer programs Maintained and tutored on English lab procedures for obtaining successful lab credits Performed IT troubleshooting tasks for students and staff.
- Provided technical assistance for computer software applications, helping students maximize their productivity using technology tools available at the center.
- Maintained accurate record keeping systems, ensuring data integrity and easy accessibility for staff members.
Education
Bachelor’s of Arts - English, Technical Writing
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX 01.2017 - 12.2019
CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Southern Careers Institute
Corpus Christi, TX 02.2015 - 07.2016
Skills
Test administration
Individual and group instruction
Project coordination
Research proficiency
Written Communication
Performance improvement
Composition tutoring
Technical Writing
Creative Writing
Grant Writing and government writing
Freeland Writer
Additional Information
- Honors/ Activities: , Sigma Alpha Pi National Society of Leadership & Success (2018 – 2021)
Art
- Historian of the NAHS (National Art Honor's Society) in my junior and senior year of high school.
- Painted the senior mural, representing the Art Club and our entire graduating class of 2005.
- Competed in several state UIL art competition, and entered in mixed media, painting, and drawing categories.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Substitute Teacher
CCISD
01.2024 - Current
SPED Chairperson & PALS Teacher
CCISD George Evans Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
ELAR and Reading Rewards Teacher
CCISD Miller High School
08.2020 - 01.2021
Student Assistant
Texas A&M University
04.2018
Bachelor’s of Arts - English, Technical Writing
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
01.2017 - 12.2019
CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Southern Careers Institute
02.2015 - 07.2016
Stone Writing Center Assistant
Del Mar College
04.2008 - 08.2025