Therese Martinez
Katy,TX
Summary
Patient and compassionate Special Education Teacher with experience in devising and implementing effective special education strategies. Skilled at individualizing instruction based on students' needs. Strong background in creating positive learning environments, fostering parent-teacher relationships, and managing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to support student success.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher and Team Leader
Katy Independent School District
Katy, TX
08.1999 - 06.2024
- Delivered specially designed dyslexia and dysgraphia intervention utilizing a systematic, explicit, and intensive reading program.
- Collaborated closely with related services providers, regular education teachers, and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
Teacher
Houston Independent School District
Houston, TX
08.1989 - 05.1999
- Third Grade Teacher
- Academic Support Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
Education
Texas Reading Academies
Katy ISD
06-2021
SPED-Reading by Design Dyslexia Intervention
Katy ISD
07-2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12-1988
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Data Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Motivating students
- Behavior Modifications
- Parent Communication
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
Certification
- English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (PK-12)
- Elementary Self-Contained Grades (1-8)
- Generic Special Education Grades (PK-12)
Activities
- Crocheting
- Camping
- Learning to play the ukulele
Timeline
Special Education Teacher and Team Leader
Katy Independent School District
08.1999 - 06.2024
Teacher
Houston Independent School District
08.1989 - 05.1999
Texas Reading Academies
Katy ISD
SPED-Reading by Design Dyslexia Intervention
Katy ISD
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Northern Iowa
- English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (PK-12)
- Elementary Self-Contained Grades (1-8)
- Generic Special Education Grades (PK-12)
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