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SANDRA D. NEITA-MURRAY

2218 Blue Jay Way, Pattison,TX

Summary

Highly motivated and results-focused Educational Diagnostician offering 11 years of experience providing academic support to students from K-12. Knowledgeable about various test batteries, Special Education procedures and the legal framework.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Diagnostician

Alief
08.2013 - Current
  • Independently select various assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education services.
  • Selects, administers and interprets appropriate formal and informal assessments and evaluations.
  • Applies knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning and instruction.
  • Assists school personnel in identification and understanding of students with disabilities.
  • Collaborate with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Consultes with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students' needs.
  • Meets with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic needs.
  • Compiles and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special education services.
  • Completes required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
  • Utilizes formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Manages time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proficient in the use of cognitive and achievement test batteries such as WJ-IV, WISC-V, KABC, WNV, Stanford Binet, DAYC, DAS, KTEA, CTOPP-2, GORT, TOC, HELP, ABAS, and the Vineland Adaptive Behavior.
  • Proficient in the use of Cross Battery Assessments in techniques (XBA).
  • Proficient in the use of ipads for assessments in Q interactive.


Certified Elementary Teacher

Tipps Elementary School
08.2005 - 07.2013
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Collaborated and communicated with diagnostician, parents, and general education teachers, and administrative personnel regarding student's progress


Resource Teacher, Certified Teacher

Lake Olympia Middle School
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Educated students with learning disabilities and other health impairments
  • Monitored 20 – 24 students, tracking progress and completing failure analysis, reporting progress / failure to students and parents and contacting regular education teachers when necessary
  • Facilitated IEP meeetings for monitored students
  • Worked in the capacity of Content Mastery (CMC) teacher helping students that are mainsreamed
  • Facilitated regular education teachers during inclusion for direct support for mainstreamed students.

Appraiser II

Harris County Appraisal Distrtict
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Discovered, Listed and Appraised Personal, Business and Real Properties
  • Trained new employees
  • Assisted Analyst and Supervisors in the valuation of personal and residential properties
  • Conducted formal and informal hearing protests.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
06.2012

M.B.A - General Business Administration

Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX
05.1997

B.S - Agricultural Economics

Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, Texas

Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Windows Operating Systems
  • Student Records
  • Result Interpretation
  • IEP Documentation
  • School Policies
  • Testing protocols
  • Knowledge of Dyslexia testing
  • ARD Participation
  • Cross Battery Interpretation (XBA)
  • Strong Organizational Skills

Additional Information

  • AWARDS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS: President’s List and Honor Roll (Fall 1991-Fall 1993). Cum Laude Graduate. The National Dean’s List. Certificate of participation in the American Agricultural Economics Competition.
  • My goal is to continue to gain the skills and expertise necessary to administer and apply diagnostic techniques, and to make sound recommendation for students with special needs. My knowledge will allow me to assess, plan, recommend, and implement instructional programs designed to meet the needs of exceptional children. BACKGROUND: Eleven years experience in assessment, nine years teaching experience is special education, teaching in resource, Co-Teach and In-class support setting. Over five years of experience in management position, excellent people skills highlighted by communication and expression.
  • References and Recommendations upon request

Timeline

Educational Diagnostician

Alief
08.2013 - Current

Certified Elementary Teacher

Tipps Elementary School
08.2005 - 07.2013

Resource Teacher, Certified Teacher

Lake Olympia Middle School
01.2002 - 01.2005

Appraiser II

Harris County Appraisal Distrtict
01.2000 - 01.2002

Master of Science - Education

Sam Houston State University

M.B.A - General Business Administration

Prairie View A & M University

B.S - Agricultural Economics

Prairie View A & M University

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