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Nora Contreras Lucio

Somerset,Texas

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate educator with a proven track record of supporting students in low-income communities to achieve their full potential. Experienced in both classroom teaching and leadership roles within Title I schools, with a focus on special education and social-emotional learning. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing and monitoring student support plans, and ensuring compliance with special education regulations. Adept at fostering strong partnerships with families, community organizations, and regional service providers to address students' diverse needs. A passionate advocate for equity and inclusion, committed to empowering students, families, and school staff through training, collaboration, and support. Seeking to leverage expertise in case management, facilitation, and community engagement to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic educational environment.

Overview

Work History

SEL Coach/504 Coordinator

Somerset Academy Brooks | Somerset Academies of Texas
  • Led all aspects of developing and monitoring section 504 plans ensuring compliance with local and federal special education legislation and guidelines
  • Sustain academic success through conducting monthly check-ins with 80+ students on caseload.
  • Collaborated with parents to provide updates on student performance and address any academic or social emotional issues
  • Planned and executed age-appropriate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons for diverse groups of students in PreK to 5th grade classrooms.
  • Offered support to educators in implementing behavior plans for students, both with and without 504 plans.
  • Developed strong partnerships with community-based organizations to support families in accessing resources such as health, housing, and crisis support

Prek3 Special Education Teacher

Harllee Early Childhood Education Center | Dallas ISD
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Established positive relationships with students and their families.
  • Train paraprofessionals in skills needed for a special education
  • Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.

Prek4 General Education Teacher

Lida Hooe Elementary | Dallas ISD
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for all classes in accordance with curriculum standards.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students who required additional guidance or reinforcement of concepts.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills by providing stimulating activities that promoted creativity and problem-solving.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that incorporated multiple subject areas.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance and disciplinary actions.
  • Created a positive classroom environment that was conducive to learning through effective management strategies.

Education

Bachelors in Multidisciplinary Studies -

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY

Associates of Arts in Teaching -

NORTHWEST VISTA COLLEGE

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Compliance
  • Facilitation and Leadership
  • Family and Community Engagement
  • Communication
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Collaboration and Teamwork

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

References

  • Nora Leza | Lezanora8127@gmail.com
  • Stephanie Espinoza | sanchstephanie@gmail.com

Timeline

SEL Coach/504 Coordinator

Somerset Academy Brooks | Somerset Academies of Texas

Prek3 Special Education Teacher

Harllee Early Childhood Education Center | Dallas ISD

Prek4 General Education Teacher

Lida Hooe Elementary | Dallas ISD

Bachelors in Multidisciplinary Studies -

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY

Associates of Arts in Teaching -

NORTHWEST VISTA COLLEGE

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