Marylou Guillen
La Habra,CA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Curriculum and Instruction Specialist with experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating innovative educational programs. Expertise in curriculum development, instructional strategies, and professional development for educators. Proven ability to enhance student learning outcomes through data-driven decision-making and collaborative leadership. Strong background in aligning curriculum with state standards and integrating technology to foster engaging and effective learning environments. Exceptional communication and organizational skills with a commitment to continuous improvement in educational practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Rossier Park High School Spectrum Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Serving as instructional leader for your assigned area; ensuring the implementation of Spectrum’s educational policies, procedures and standards which are aligned to California State Frameworks/Content Standards, CDE and educational law.
- Providing support, guidance, and supervision to teachers in educational assessment, curriculum, instruction, classroom systems and state standards; and ensuring the use of evidence-based teaching strategies for all assigned campuses by providing training, coaching and feedback.
- Overseeing both the formal and informal academic assessment procedures for campuses in assigned area to monitor student progress and rates of student achievement.
- Providing training and support to on-site education teams in the use of student data for instructional decision-making purposes including the use of evidence based instructional practices/strategies to achieve high rates of student growth and achievement.
Special Education Teacher Intern
Rossier Park High School
03.2020 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Implemented and taught life skills program, enabling students to master such tasks as checkbook balancing and laundry.
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on applied behavior analysis.
Instructional Assistant
Rossier Park High School
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Dance Instructor
Strong Dance Studios
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Planned and oversaw group, couples and individual dance performances.
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Managed supply inventory and maintained facility equipment in good working order.
- Organized special open houses to gain new clients.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
Customer Experience Coordinator
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
09.2012 - 03.2017
- Helped customers understand return policies and processed items.
- Created successful promotions such as giveaways and membership drives.
- Looked up orders, provided estimated arrival details and assisted with delivery logistics.
- Oversaw front register operations and maintained exceptional levels of customer service in all interactions.
- Handled all escalated complaints and implemented timely, knowledgeable and effective solutions balancing customer and business needs.
- Addressed customer inquiries, concerns and complaints by providing solutions and alternatives and followed up to confirm resolution.
Education
Extensive Support Needs Education Specialist - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2019
Associate of Arts - History
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA05.2017
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Instructional Techniques
- Lesson Planning
- Verbal and Non-verbal Communication
- Document Coordination
- Social Skills
- Parent Communication
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Google Slides
- First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Curriculum and Instruction Specialist
Rossier Park High School Spectrum Schools
01.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher Intern
Rossier Park High School
03.2020 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Rossier Park High School
09.2019 - 03.2020
Dance Instructor
Strong Dance Studios
02.2017 - 03.2019
Customer Experience Coordinator
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
09.2012 - 03.2017
Extensive Support Needs Education Specialist - Special Education
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University - Long Beach
Associate of Arts - History
Fullerton College
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