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MARISA MILLER

Converse

Summary

Special education professional with proven track record of fostering inclusive learning environments and implementing effective instructional strategies. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving positive educational outcomes, adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. Skilled in behavior management, curriculum development, and student advocacy, bringing reliability and flexibility to role.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Jackson Middle School
San Antonio, TX
08.2025 - Current
  • ELAR and Reading Resource teacher for grades 6th, 7th, and 8th
  • Case Management - conduct ARD meetings and create Individualized Education Plans
  • Design and implement lessons designed to target the needs of Special Education students

English Language Arts and Reading Teacher

Jackson Middle School
San Antonio, TX
03.2021 - 08.2025
  • 6th and 7th grade English and Reading Language Arts teacher
  • Participated in collaborative PLC planning to analyze data and design lesson plans and assessments
  • Created a supportive social-emotional learning environment where students feel safe taking risks in their learning

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Jackson Middle School
San Antonio, TX
10.2019 - 03.2021
  • Supported individualized education plans by implementing tailored instructional strategies for diverse learning needs.
  • Assisted teachers in classroom management, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with educational staff to adapt materials and resources for students with disabilities.

Teacher

Hopkins Elementary School
Kirby, TX
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Third grade and kindergarten teacher
  • Created and implemented lesson plans and student assessments, attended professional development seminars
  • Participated in planning/implementing extracurricular events

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12.2011

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • IEP development and implementation
  • Written communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Motivating students

Certification

  • ESL Generalist (EC-6)
  • English Language Arts and Reading (7-12)
  • Special Education (EC-12)

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Jackson Middle School
08.2025 - Current

English Language Arts and Reading Teacher

Jackson Middle School
03.2021 - 08.2025

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Jackson Middle School
10.2019 - 03.2021

Teacher

Hopkins Elementary School
08.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Texas State University