Marla Alupoaicei
Cedar Park,TX
Summary
I'm a fun, engaging professional educator with 14 years of successful experience working with students with different abilities. I'm interested in furthering my career as an RBT and gaining the skills and training to become a BCBA.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
The Rock Enrichment Academy
09.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Developed and implemented useful behavior management strategies to instill discipline and compliance with conduct code.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Designed curriculum-aligned assessments to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and real-life examples into lesson plans.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Leander ISD
12.2015 - 03.2020
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Contributed to the creation of sensory-rich environments designed to reduce overstimulation while promoting self-regulation skills among students with sensory processing challenges.
- Facilitated small group instruction, allowing for targeted skill development and increased opportunities for peer collaboration.
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students achieve their full potential.
- Supported student participation in extracurricular activities by providing appropriate accommodations and fostering a sense of belonging within the school community.
- Developed strong relationships with families through open communication channels regarding student progress toward goals established in their individualized education plans.
- Maintained thorough documentation of daily observations, progress updates, incident reports, and communication with parents or guardians as necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists, to ensure holistic support for each student.
- Promoted self-advocacy among students by teaching them how to effectively communicate their needs within the context of school and wider community settings.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies consistently across various settings to promote positive outcomes both in the classroom and beyond.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities focused on best practices in special education instruction and support services.
Education
Master Of Theology - Christian Education
Dallas Theological Seminary
Dallas, TX05.2002
Bachelor Of Arts - English And Communications
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN06.1996
Skills
- Practical Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Special Education
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student relations
- Student Records Management
- Collaborative learning
- Program Development
- Educational technology
- Lesson Planning
- Creative Instruction Style
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Romanian
Limited Working
Timeline
Educator
The Rock Enrichment Academy
09.2020 - Current
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Leander ISD
12.2015 - 03.2020
Master Of Theology - Christian Education
Dallas Theological Seminary
Bachelor Of Arts - English And Communications
Purdue University
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