Thalia N. Alvarez

• Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
• Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
• Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
• Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
• Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
• Provide consultation regarding MTSS, PBIS , CSE and attendance committed.
• Implement and monitor behavior intervention plans.
• Facilitate grief group counseling 1x week with students.
• Conduct SAIG groups & check-in’s
• Facilitate SEL lessons 1 x week in the classrooms
• Provide emotional support for students during CPS investigation.
• Support and implements events for best buddies Program
• Support school coordinator with different events in the building.
• Meet 2x month with student government to enhance student voice.
• Provide support in managing school assembly 1x month

Provide Spanish translation as needed to families, students and staff.

• Accompany students to Dr. appointment as needed
• Home visits as needed
• Organize Toys for Tots program for students
• Organize SEFCU/adopt a family.
• Provide families with Thanksgiving resources

• Ensuring the quality of life and services to the individual served in the program.

•Supporting the Person-Centered Planning ideals for the assigned individual.

• Ensuring the safety needs of the individual is met.

• Providing the individual support with making informed choices.

• Assisting the individual with becoming a member of the community.

• Improved student behavior by implementing positive reinforcement and individualized behavioral plans.
• Collaborated with other teachers and support staff to create an inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Enhanced communication between parents, school administration, and support personnel, ensuring a coordinated approach to addressing emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Developed data-driven interventions to improve student performance in both academic and social-emotional domains.
• Reduced classroom disruptions through the implementation of effective classroom management strategies tailored to individual student needs.
• Monitored student progress closely using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to maximize individual potential.
• Provided ongoing professional development for colleagues on best practices in supporting students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Served as an advocate for students within the educational community, promoting understanding of their unique needs and challenges.
• Established strong relationships with students and families, fostering trust and open communication lines crucial for success in addressing challenging behaviors.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, behavior incidents, interventions implemented, and outcomes achieved over time.
• Utilized evidence-based instructional methods to effectively teach content while meeting the diverse needs of students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Implemented crisis intervention strategies as necessary to ensure the safety of all students during times of heightened emotional distress or disruptive behaviors.
• Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.