Maria Friesen
Spokane,WA
Summary
As a member of the school's multidisciplinary team, my role involves collaborating on assessments and developing instructional and behavioral goals for students with disabilities. Utilizing evaluation results, I design and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and regularly assess progress through data collection. I provide specially designed instruction tailored to students' needs, drawing from diagnostic data and concepts like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to address behavioral challenges. Alongside this, I prioritize my professional growth, strive to foster a positive learning environment, and work closely with colleagues to enhance instruction and student outcomes, while adhering to district policies and meeting assigned responsibilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional - BI
East Valley School District
Spokane Valley , Washington
2023.08 - Current
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
- Maintained records of student progress and communicated results to parents and other school personnel.
- Developed lesson plans for small groups or individual students that focused on academic, behavioral, and social goals established in IEPs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
Kid Zone Attendant
Muv Fitness
Spokane Valley , Washington
2019.05 - Current
- My duties include, but are not limited to: Caring for children ages six months to eleven years of age while their parents/guardians use the many amenities Muv Fitness offers
- Hands-on activities that incorporate physical play, pretend to play, and quiet activities equivalent to art.
Wyldlife Youth Leader
Millwood Community Presbyterian Church
Millwood , WA
2019.09 - 2023.06
- Leading middle school-age students through their faith in God during the school year
- As leaders, we are challenged to share relevant stories about our past that helped shape us into the God-fearing, Jesus-loving human beings we are today
- Each week, we deliver a passage from the bible using whole group teachings and small one-on-one groups for deeper understanding.
Instructional Assistant
Spokane International Academy
SPOKANE , WA
2022.08 - 2023.06
- Working closely with the special education teacher in the classroom, serving and facilitating one-on-one learning opportunities with a fourth-grade student
- Teach lessons that are to his cognitive ability, including math, literacy, and how to participate in the class of his peers
- How to follow IEP goals, and accommodations are my main focus.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA2024-08
Bachelor of Arts - English Education Secondary
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06.2022
Associate of Arts - AA-DTA
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA03.2020
Skills
- IEP goals
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Teacher Assistance
- Behavioral plan management
- Life Skills Development
- Verbal and written communication
- Classroom Organization
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Student Supervision
- IEP compliance
Beliefs
- I Believe that the students' environment matters both inside and outside the classroom.
- I Believe in building a solid relationship with my co-workers to continue my growth mindset.
- I Believe that English is much more than just punctuation and essay writing.
Certification
- Right Response Trained
- English Language Arts endorsement
- Special Education endorsement (pending)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional - BI
East Valley School District
2023.08 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Spokane International Academy
2022.08 - 2023.06
Wyldlife Youth Leader
Millwood Community Presbyterian Church
2019.09 - 2023.06
Kid Zone Attendant
Muv Fitness
2019.05 - Current
Master of Education - Special Education
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - English Education Secondary
Eastern Washington University
Associate of Arts - AA-DTA
Spokane Falls Community College
- Right Response Trained
- English Language Arts endorsement
- Special Education endorsement (pending)
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