Kristine Martinez

High-school-Special Education Teacher

Howard County Public Schools Hammond High School

08.2004 - Current

Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop and integrate interdisciplinary lesson plans, broadening student understanding of various subjects.
Promoted collaboration among peers by designing group projects that encouraged teamwork, compromise, and shared responsibility for academic success.
Promoted culture of inclusion by adapting lessons for diverse learners, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all students.
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Empowered students with self-advocacy skills through targeted lessons on communication, problem-solving, and goal-setting techniques.
Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering supportive learning environment at home.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Supported social-emotional growth by incorporating SEL activities into daily routines, fostering positive classroom climate conducive to learning.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Mentored new teachers in Special Education department, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective instructional methods.
Facilitated successful transitions for students entering high school or transitioning between grade levels by coordinating orientation programs and creating personalized transition plans.
Fostered critical thinking skills among students through inquiry-based learning approaches that stimulated curiosity, discovery, and problem-solving abilities.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Reduced behavior issues by implementing proactive intervention strategies such as check-in/check-out systems and individualized behavior plans.
Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
Evaluated student progress using formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
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.
Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
Generated long-term action plans to help struggling students succeed academically.
Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
Set rules and guidelines to manage classroom and maintain discipline.
Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.

Summary

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Work History

High-school-Special Education Teacher

School Counselor

Education

Master of Science - Counselor Education And Human Services

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

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Timeline

High-school-Special Education Teacher

School Counselor

Master of Science - Counselor Education And Human Services

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

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