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Kristen Mowry

Glendale,United States

Summary

Well-rounded and compassionate Special Education Specialist skilled at addressing each student's unique needs. Provides individualized instruction and accommodations to build foundations for lifelong learning. Leverages strong communication skills and ability to form strong relationships with students and families to help students reach their academic and post-secondary goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Case Manager / Academic Assessor

Cross Country Education
08.2022 - Current
  • Develops and drafts Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with IDEA and district guidelines, ensuring alignment with student needs and educational goals.
  • Coordinates and facilitates IEP meetings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including parents, general education teachers, specialists, and administrators.
  • Collects and analyzes student data, including benchmark assessment scores, work samples and teacher input, to inform IEP goals, present levels of performance, and progress monitoring.
  • Conducts standardized academic assessments utilizing the Woodcock-Johnson IV and develops reports based on findings.
  • Develops legally compliant reports that include records review, observations, and assessment outcomes.


Area Teacher

Opportunities For Learning Public Charter Schools
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Worked one-on-one with students in Intervention
  • Administered tests and graded academic assignments
  • Substitute taught for teacher of record
  • Assisted with projects as instructed

Special Education Specialist

Opportunities For Learning Public Charter Schools
12.2018 - 05.2021
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated instruction to a range of students.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts

University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA
01.2012

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Collaborative
  • Attention to Detail
  • Flexibility
  • Communication
  • Empathy

Certification

Clear Education Specialist Credential (California)

Timeline

Special Education Case Manager / Academic Assessor

Cross Country Education
08.2022 - Current

Area Teacher

Opportunities For Learning Public Charter Schools
05.2021 - 08.2022

Special Education Specialist

Opportunities For Learning Public Charter Schools
12.2018 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts

University of California - San Diego