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Kristen Mariscal

El Paso

Summary

Compassionate and patient approach to supporting students with diverse learning needs. Experienced in developing individualized education plans, behavior management techniques, and fostering positive learning environments. Committed to making a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Lujan-Chavez Elementary School, SISD
02.2020 - Current
  • Develop IEPs based off of each student and their individual needs.
  • Build strong relationships of trust and respect with students and their families.
  • Deliver lessons in alignment with TEKS while providing any needed accommodations or modifications.
  • Provide individualized interventions to students.
  • Provide in-class support to students with disabilities.
  • Provide and monitor accommodations for the general education classroom and testing environment.
  • Monitor student progress of student IEPs and district/state assessments through analyzing data.
  • Administer the STAAR test and ensure accommodations are provided.
  • Communicate with parents and work as a team with general education teachers and administrators.


Special Education Teacher

Idea Public Schools
07.2018 - 02.2020
  • Develop IEPs based off of each student and their individual needs.
  • Build strong relationships of trust and respect with students and their families.
  • Deliver lessons in alignment with STAAR Alt 2, social skills, and life skills while providing any needed accommodations or modifications.
  • Provide in-class support to students with disabilities.
  • Provide and monitor accommodations for students in an isolated special education unit.
  • Monitor student progress of student IEPs.
  • Administer the STAAR Alt 2 test and ensure accommodations are provided.
  • Communicate with parents and work as a team with teacher assistants, related services, and other teachers and administrators.

Educational Coach

Texas Workforce Solutions - Project HIGHER
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Provide academic support to students with disabilities at the college level.
  • Ensure accommodations were implemented in the students' college classes.
  • Teach learning and study strategies to students to promote independence.
  • Guide students in monitoring their own grades.
  • Develop positive relationships with students and staff.


Education

Alternative Certification Program - Special Education

Texas Teachers of America
El Paso, TX
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
12-2016

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Behavior management
  • Team player
  • Strong work ethic
  • Relationship building
  • Community oriented

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Lujan-Chavez Elementary School, SISD
02.2020 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Idea Public Schools
07.2018 - 02.2020

Educational Coach

Texas Workforce Solutions - Project HIGHER
01.2017 - 07.2018

Alternative Certification Program - Special Education

Texas Teachers of America

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Texas At El Paso
Kristen Mariscal