Marianna Lozoya
Placentia,CA
Summary
Organized special education professional successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting. Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Instructional Aide
PYLUSD
10.2021 - Current
- Worked with English language learners in small groups to develop fluency.
- Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
- Educated students using customized teaching methods and hands-on curriculum.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Special Education Teacher
PYLUSD
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Special Education Aide
PYLUSD
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Provided one-on-one support to students with physical, emotional, or behavioral challenges during classroom activities.
- Assisted in the development of functional life skills for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while maintaining a calm demeanor that minimized distractions from the educational process.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of field trips, school events, and extracurricular activities that enriched student experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Public Law
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2021
Associate of Arts - Political Science And Government
Santiago Canyon College
Orange, CA06.2019
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
Placentia, CA06.2016
Skills
- Special Education Support
- Behavioral Intervention
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Teaching strategies
- Creativity and Innovation
- Classroom Management
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
PYLUSD
06.2023 - 07.2023
Bilingual Instructional Aide
PYLUSD
10.2021 - Current
Special Education Aide
PYLUSD
04.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Public Law
University of California - San Diego
Associate of Arts - Political Science And Government
Santiago Canyon College
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School