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Maria Barron

BAKERSFIELD

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Special Education Teacher with extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and supportive learning environments. Exceptional skills working collaboratively with teachers, parents and specialists to meet the diverse learning needs of all students. Equipped with a positive attitude and patience vital to teaching students with special needs. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and determination.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Reading, Writing and Math Tutor

The Scholars Grove
03.2025 - Current
  • Conduct tutoring sessions online, at homes, and public spaces.
  • Collaborate with parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Foster and maintain strong and trusting rapport with students to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Utilized diverse teaching strategies and resources to help students better understand reading, writing and concepts.
  • Implementation of the Barton Reading Program for struggling readers.

Education Specialist

Grow Academy Shafter
07.2017 - 06.2024
  • Preparing and implementing lesson plans that lead to student understanding based on state standards
  • Providing an effective learning environment that reflects and facilitates student achievement
  • Assessing student progress and maintaining accurate records
  • Writing IEPs and facilitating IEP meetings
  • Proctoring Formal Assessments (Woodcock-Johnson)
  • Keeping up to date Service Logs and Files
  • Communicate with partnering agencies
  • Maintaining frequent communication with students, students’ families, colleagues, and Special Education Director
  • Participating regularly in professional development opportunities

Education

Mild/Moderate Credential in Special Education - Education

University of Laverne
Bakersfield,Ca
08-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Education

California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield
11-2013

Associate of Arts - Communications

Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA
05-2012

Skills

  • Communication and Collaboration
  • Critical thinking and Problem Solving
  • Caseload Management
  • Inclusive Teaching
  • Data Collection and Progress Monitoring
  • Creating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Universal Design for Learning Implementation and Coaching

Timeline

Reading, Writing and Math Tutor

The Scholars Grove
03.2025 - Current

Education Specialist

Grow Academy Shafter
07.2017 - 06.2024

Mild/Moderate Credential in Special Education - Education

University of Laverne

Bachelor of Arts - Education

California State University, Bakersfield

Associate of Arts - Communications

Bakersfield College

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