Maria Rosen
Educator
Helotes,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking challenging position. Offering excellent communication skills, problem solving skills, and good judgment. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
14
14
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
NISD
San Antonio, TX
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Instructed students in core academic areas and specialized reading groups.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Dual Language Teacher
Boerne ISD
Boerne, TX
08.2011 - 06.2016
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Served as languages department member and attended meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed performance reviews and remained up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Followed and adhered to rules and regulations concerning education of foreign students.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Maintained accurate and complete records for all students.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Provided instruction and tutoring for students ranging from 3 - 6th grade in speaking, reading and writing Spanish language
Family Specialist
NEISD
San Antonio, TX
08.2009 - 06.2011
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Elementary School Teacher
NISD
San Antonio, TX
08.2006 - 06.2009
- Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
- Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Office Manager
Laurence Rosen, MD
San Antonio, TX
06.2001 - 08.2006
- Maximized cash flow through optimal billing and collection processes.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
- Managed costs and billing and resolved financial discrepancies effectively through organizational management of account information using Anesthesia Billing software.
Elementary School Teacher
SAISD
San Antonio, TX
12.1998 - 06.2001
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignment and homework.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Office Manager
Laurence Rosen, MD
San Antonio, TX
05.1993 - 12.1998
- Created and managed electronic patient records, encompassing data entry and administrative functions related to insurance, billing and accounts receivable.
- Addressed and remedied all patient or team member issues.
- Built relationships with physicians to create steady referral pipeline.
- Developed and maintained electronic record management systems to analyze and process data.
- Oversaw day-to-day business and clinical activities by establishing goals, objectives, standards of performance and policies and procedures when managing $500,000 annual budget.
Operating Room Technician
Methodist Hospital San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
08.1992 - 05.1993
- Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Verified compliance with sterile field protocols, immediately reporting breaches to nursing supervisor during procedures.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, confirming sufficient inventory levels prior to procedures.
- Opened and distributed sterile supplies during medical procedures.
- Participated in OR quality initiatives, providing constructive feedback to enhance future performance.
- Maintained functional knowledge of operational procedures to anticipate needs of surgeons.
- Confirmed presence of required medical equipment prior to scheduled appointments.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
Enlisted Soldier
US Army Reserve
San Antonio, TX
09.1988 - 05.1992
- Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
- Basic Training
- Advanced Individual Training for Operating Room Technician School
- Reservists
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2006
Master of Arts - Adult Education
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.1998
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
St. Phillip's College
San Antonio, TX08.1992
Skills
- Student records management
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Parent and child advocate for children with learning differences
- Organizational skills
- Computer/software skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
Certification
I hold 14 state teacher certifications
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
NISD
08.2016 - 11.2021
Dual Language Teacher
Boerne ISD
08.2011 - 06.2016
Family Specialist
NEISD
08.2009 - 06.2011
Elementary School Teacher
NISD
08.2006 - 06.2009
Office Manager
Laurence Rosen, MD
06.2001 - 08.2006
Elementary School Teacher
SAISD
12.1998 - 06.2001
Office Manager
Laurence Rosen, MD
05.1993 - 12.1998
Operating Room Technician
Methodist Hospital San Antonio
08.1992 - 05.1993
Enlisted Soldier
US Army Reserve
09.1988 - 05.1992
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Master of Arts - Adult Education
University of The Incarnate Word
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
St. Phillip's College