Margarita Beltran
Summary
Educational diagnostician working at the elementary, junior high, and senior high school levels with experience in the assessment and evaluation of students with learning difficulties. Multi-disciplinary team member utilizing skills and areas of expertise to make the best decisions for students with learning differences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Houston Independent School District
01.2013 - Current
- Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual and educational functioning of referred students and to determine if students meet criteria for specified conditions according to federal and state regulations
- Complete and/or coordinate Full Individual Evaluation reports in accordance with federal and state regulations and district policy
- Provide campus based staff development training to assist school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities
- Assist classroom teachers with the implementation of IEP's
- Consult with parents concerning the interpretation of assessment data and the educational needs of their student
- Conduct Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee meetings in compliance with federal and state regulations and district policy
- Assist classroom teachers with the implementation of IEPs
- Assist classroom teachers with the implementation of IEPs
- Assist classroom teachers with the implementation of IEPs
- Served as liaison between school staff, families, and outside service providers, coordinating efforts to maximize student success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive assessments for students with diverse needs.
- Established rapport with students quickly during assessments by employing sensitive communication techniques.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
Bilingual Education Teacher
Houston Independent School District
07.2004 - 12.2013
- Administer within time lines various formal and informal appraisal instruments related to pupil assessment
- Complete all necessary forms, documents, protocols, and comprehensive assessment reports in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Interpret test data for consideration at the ARD/IEP meeting, teacher staffings and conferences with parents
- Assist the ARD/IEP committee in the placement of students in an appropriate educational program
- Ensure that paper work is accurately completed at ARD/IEP meetings
- Consult with teachers, parents, and other members on the child's progress
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Diagnostician
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX08.2003
High School Diploma -
Incarnate Word Academy
Houston, TX05.1995
Skills
Conduct evaluations consistent with the requirements of laws, rules, and regulations
Use various types of assessment and evaluation procedures appropriately to identify students with disabilities
Facilitate ARD/IEP meetings and ensure paperwork is complete
Use appropriate communication skills to report and interpret assessment and evaluation results
Collaborate with families and other professionals in the assessment and evaluation of individuals with disabilities
Assist teachers with individualized instruction, modifications, strategies, and behavior management, etc
Certification
Educational Diagnostician (Grades PK-12)
Generic Special Education (Grades PK-12)
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Houston Independent School District
01.2013 - Current
Bilingual Education Teacher
Houston Independent School District
07.2004 - 12.2013
Master of Education - Educational Diagnostician
Houston Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Sam Houston State University
High School Diploma -
Incarnate Word Academy
Educational Diagnostician (Grades PK-12)
Generic Special Education (Grades PK-12)
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