Kriscia Tomasino Sanchez
Sylmar,CA
Summary
Accomplished Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at LAUSD, enhancing neurodiverse student engagement and academic performance through differentiated instruction and behavior modifications. Skilled in IEP development and parent communication, successfully fostering significant improvements in student outcomes. Expert in de-escalation techniques and material selection, ensuring a supportive and adaptive learning environment. 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.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
LAUSD- Olive Vista Middle School
08.2022 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Special Education Teacher
LAUSD- Van Nuys Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2022
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Special Education Paraprofessional
LAUSD- Van Nuys Elementary
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Customer Service Manager
Bank Of America, Home Loans
09.2011 - 01.2015
- Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
- Followed through with client requests to resolve problems.
- Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language Learning (K-12)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2024
Mild-to-Moderate And Mod-to-Severe Credentials - Special Education Credentials
LAUSD ICAAP
Los Angeles, CA06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2015
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Behavior Modifications
- Differentiated Instruction
- Material Selection
- Motivating students
- Lesson Planning
- Skills Development
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Curriculum Adjustments
- Parent Communication
- Data Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
LAUSD- Olive Vista Middle School
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
LAUSD- Van Nuys Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
LAUSD- Van Nuys Elementary
02.2015 - 06.2016
Customer Service Manager
Bank Of America, Home Loans
09.2011 - 01.2015
Master of Arts - English Language Learning (K-12)
Western Governors University
Mild-to-Moderate And Mod-to-Severe Credentials - Special Education Credentials
LAUSD ICAAP
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Northridge
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